Travel Progressive Care Unit RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN PCU
- Progressive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Elizabethtown, Kentucky.

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/30/2026
• 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:
  
  Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Telemetry/Progressive Care Unit RN for a night shift step-down position requiring an active KY or compact RN license and BLS/ACLS certification.

• Progressive Care step-down unit from ICU with 26 private rooms
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 4-5:1
• All patients on telemetry with heart monitors and critical drips
• Patient population ranges from GI bleed to COVID and respiratory distress cases
• Night shift schedule: 3x12, 7p-7a, 36 hours per week
• Weekend and holiday rotation required

• Active, unrestricted RN license (KY or compact) required
• BLS and ACLS certifications required
• ADN or ASN required; BSN preferred
• No prior nursing experience required, though previous nursing experience is preferred
• Last 4 of SSN and month/day of date of birth required for consideration

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, implement care plans, and coordinate admission, transfer, and discharge activities
• Collaborate with inter-professional care team members and delegate tasks appropriately
• Provide patient and family education and support discharge planning with Case Management
• Participate in unit-based quality improvement activities and core measures tracking
• Must reside within 75 miles of the facility; candidates outside this radius accepted at a lower rate
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-776388. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN
- Telemetry
- Progressive Care Unit

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.