Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit - $2,350 per week

Job Summary

A registered nurse specializing in Progressive Care Unit (PCU) at a facility located in Louisville, Kentucky. This role involves managing a high-acuity unit with patients primarily diagnosed with neurological conditions, stroke, and neuro-related diagnoses. Candidates are required to bring their nursing license on the first day.

Job Details

• Schedule: 12-hour night shifts from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM; clock-in time is 6:53 AM; minimum of 36 hours per week.

Required Qualifications

• Valid nursing license;
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS);
• Basic Life Support (BLS);
• 2 years of relevant experience required, 3 years preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with neuro assessments, phlebotomy, EKG rhythm analysis, NG/Dobhoff placement by nurses, and port access.

Additional Information

• Managing 2-3 discharges per day with an average stay of 6-10 days.
• Staffing includes RN-to-patient ratio of 1:4-6 acuity-based; 2 CNAs per shift; 1 clerical staff during daytime.
• Responsible for lab collections depending on staffing; vascular access team available.
• Departmental support includes shift coordinator during the day, remote telemetry monitoring, and 24/7 coverage by hospitalists, specialists, and intensivists.
• Technology and equipment used include Cerner electronic medical record system, Plum ICU Medical IV pumps, Phillips monitors, and unit-specific equipment such as sera steady, Arjo lifts, kangaroo pump, and sapphire pump for PCA.
• Orientation consists of a 24-hour (3-day) program, including a 12-hour shift at the end of week one and another at the start of week two.
• Unit culture is high acuity with new leadership and a focus on comprehensive stroke care.
• Scrub color: Galaxy blue.
• Parking available onsite with badge access.
• All scheduled days including holidays are directed by the facility manager with no on-call expectations.

Benefits

• Private housing or generous housing allowance;
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage;
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage;
• Competitive salaries;
• Referral bonuses;
• Travel reimbursement;
• 401(k) retirement plan;
• Direct deposit/free checking;
• Unlimited free CE credits.