Travel CCU Registered Nurse - $2,144 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN CCU - Coronary Care Med Surg for a travel nursing job in St Matthews, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CCU - Coronary Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/29/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 29, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking a travel RN for a Coronary Care Unit (CCU) position in Louisville, KY, working night shifts in an 18-bed critical care and telemetry unit.

Details

• 18-bed Coronary Care Unit (CCU) in an acute care hospital setting
• Patient population spans young adults to geriatrics across critical care, telemetry, and med-surg acuity levels
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts per week (36 hours/week)
• 13-week contract

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted RN license in Kentucky or a Compact state currently in hand
• Required certifications: BLS and ACLS
• ADN or ASN required; BSN preferred
• Proficiency in IV therapy, wound care, medication administration, and use of medical equipment
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and prioritization skills in a fast-paced critical care environment
• Effective communication and collaboration skills for working with interdisciplinary teams and patient/family education
• Must provide MM/DD of date of birth and last 4 digits of SSN for consideration

Additional Information

• Responsible for comprehensive patient assessments, care planning, and execution of individualized treatment in alignment with the nursing process
• Coordinates admission, transfer, and discharge activities including patient and family education
• Delegates and monitors patient care tasks performed by other team members
• Participates in unit-based quality improvement initiatives including patient satisfaction, fall prevention, pressure ulcer prevention, and CAUTI reduction
• Nurses in this unit gain experience across multiple acuity levels including critical care, telemetry, and med-surg

American Traveler Job ID #P-714626. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - ICU - Coronary Care Unit/CCU

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.

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