Travel Step Down​/PCU RN

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

• Specialty:
  PCU
  - Progressive Care Unit
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/09/2026
• 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 9, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Step Down RN for a night shift contract requiring KY or compact RN licensure and 2 years of relevant experience.

• Step Down/PCU unit setting supporting telemetry, IMC, and DOU patient populations
• Patient ratio of 1:5
• Night shift schedule of rotating 3x12 and 4x12 hour shifts (7:00 PM-7:30 AM), totaling 84 hours per two-week pay period
• Meditech charting system preferred
• Floating required within scope of practice
• Every other weekend required
• Blocked scheduling cannot be accommodated

• Active KY or compact RN license required in hand at time of consideration
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• AVADE Level I & II certification preferred
• 2 years of recent Step Down/PCU experience required
• 3-6 months of Level IV Trauma or above experience
• Skills required include IV therapy, central and peripheral line care, blood product administration, and cardiac drip management
• Experience with chest tubes, BiPAP/CPAP, tracheostomy care, and high flow nasal cannula
• Experience with dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and cardiac monitoring
• Experience with wound care/wound vac and isolation precautions
• 2 professional references required: 1 Charge or higher and 1 supervisor, completed within the last year
• Driver's license required with address matching permanent address
• Copy of certifications required for consideration

• Provide step-down level nursing care to cardiac, renal, neurological, and post-surgical patients
• Manage patients with CVA, post-TPA care, seizure disorders, and substance withdrawal
• Support oncology patients including chemotherapy monitoring
• Care for orthopedic and cardiovascular patients, including post-MI and cardiac catheterization
• Flu vaccine required, with medical and religious exemptions reviewed case-by-case
• Must reside within a 75-mile radius of the facility to be eligible; local candidates within this radius will not be accepted
• Up to 7 days of RTO considered if presented upfront prior to start; no changes accepted once submitted
• Must work either a major or minor holiday for every holiday period
• Travelers must take a minimum 6-month break after working one year before returning to this system
• Traveler pairs accepted on a limited basis and will not be scheduled on the same shift or unit
• New travelers considered based on relevant experience in Level IV or above trauma settings

American Traveler Job  #P-751619. 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
- Stepdown

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.