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:
  
  12/14/2026
• 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:
  
  Dec 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Progressive Care Unit RN for a night shift position requiring a KY or compact RN license and ACLS/NIHSS certification.

• 28-bed stroke/telemetry progressive care unit serving as ICU step-down
• RN to patient ratio of 5:1
• Bedside procedures include cardioversions, sheath pulls, post-pacemaker care, and Airvo therapy
• Night shift, 7p-7a, 3x12 schedule, 36 hours per week
• Weekend and holiday rotation required

• Active, unrestricted RN license (KY or compact) required
• BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• ADN or ASN required, BSN preferred
• No prior experience required, though previous nursing experience is preferred

• Deliver direct patient care including assessments, treatments, and care coordination for stroke and telemetry-monitored patients
• Facilitate patient admission, transfer, and discharge activities with family-centered education
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team and delegate tasks appropriately
• Participate in unit-based quality improvement activities and core measures
• Must reside within 75 miles of the facility; local candidates accepted at a lower rate
• First-time travelers welcome to apply

American Traveler Job  #P-776387. 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.