Travel Stepdown​/Telemetry 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 Stepdown RN with 2+ years of PCU/Stepdown experience for a night shift position requiring a KY or compact RN license.

• Work in the 3 South Stepdown unit on a medical-surgical/telemetry floor
• Patient ratio of 1:4/5
• Night shift schedule of rotating 3x12 and 4x12 hours (19:00-7:30), totaling 84 hours per two-week pay period
• Every other weekend required
• Floating required within scope of practice
• Meditech charting system experience preferred
• Blocked scheduling cannot be accommodated

• Active KY or compact RN license in hand required
• Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Minimum 2 years of recent PCU/Stepdown or telemetry experience required
• Teaching hospital and community hospital experience preferred
• Skills in IV therapy, central/peripheral/PICC line care, and blood product administration
• Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation, and use of rapid response/code teams
• Valid driver's license matching permanent address required for consideration
• Two professional references required (one charge or higher, one supervisor), both completed within the last year
• Flu vaccine required; declinations not accepted, though medical and religious exemptions may be approved case by case

• Provide direct patient care to stepdown/telemetry patients including cardiac, neuro, respiratory, and renal cases
• Manage cardiac and vasoactive drips without titration responsibilities
• Must reside at least 75 miles from the facility to be considered; local candidates not accepted
• Up to 7 days of RTO considered if submitted upfront; no changes accepted once approved
• Must work either a major or minor shift on every holiday
• Travelers who have completed a one-year assignment must take a minimum 6-month break before returning
• Minimal traveler pairs accepted; pairs will not be scheduled on the same shift or unit
• Orientation occurs on a bi-weekly basis

American Traveler Job  #P-774504. 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.