Travel Stepdown 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 RN for a Stepdown unit position requiring 2 years of PCU/Stepdown experience and KY or compact licensure.

• Work in the 3 South Stepdown unit with a 1:4-5 patient ratio
• Night shift schedule rotating between 3x12 and 4x12 hour shifts (7:00 PM - 7:30 AM)
• Every other weekend required
• Floating required within scope of practice
• Meditech charting system experience preferred

• Active KY or compact RN license in hand required
• Current certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS
• Minimum 2 years of PCU/Stepdown nursing experience required
• Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred
• Flu vaccine required; declinations not accepted (medical and religious exemptions considered case by case)
• Valid driver's license matching permanent address required
• Two professional references required: one Charge or higher and one Supervisor, both completed within the last year
• Copy of certifications required for consideration

• Provide nursing care for stepdown patients including cardiac telemetry and neuro stepdown cases
• Must reside at least 75 miles from the facility to be considered
• Must work either a major or minor shift on every holiday
• Up to 7 days of RTO considered, must be submitted upfront with no changes accepted
• Travelers returning after a one-year assignment must take a minimum 6-month break before being eligible to return
• Traveler pairs accepted on a limited basis and will not be scheduled on the same shift or unit
• Blocked scheduling cannot be accommodated

American Traveler Job  #P-770905. 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.