RN - Progressive Care Unit (PCU) | Louisville, KY | Contract
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- Weekly Gross Pay: $2,151 - $2,265
- Shift: 12hr Days, 7a-7p
- Start Date: 11/23/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks
Join a dynamic team at a leading acute-care hospital in Louisville, KY, as a Progressive Care Unit (PCU) RN. Our surgical trauma unit is dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across a wide spectrum of complex conditions. We take pride in our strong culture of teamwork and compassion, working collaboratively to ensure safe, efficient, and exceptional outcomes for every patient we serve.
Unit Information: This mixed-acuity unit has 15 beds. A minimum of 2 years of STAC Stepdown experience is required for traditional travelers, with a preference for candidates with 3 years of Stepdown experience and at least 6+ months of Level I or II Trauma experience. First-time travelers will not be accepted.
Patient Types/Common Diagnoses: The unit cares for patients with trauma post-surgical needs, including MVA, elective surgeries, Whipples, cholecystectomies, GSW, blunt/penetrating traumas, assaults, ATV accidents, and amputations. Primary ortho injuries frequently include external fixation devices and pin site care requirements.
Patient Ratios: RN to patient ratio is 1:4-6. LPNs are utilized, and there are 2 CNAs per shift along with 1 clerical staff during the day.
Required Licenses and Certifications: Candidates must have BLS and NIHSS certifications. Skills required include blood administration, skeletal traction, management of drains, JP and chest tubes, wound dressings, wound vac management, and trach care. Note that there is no drip titration on this unit; if titration is ordered, the patient will be transferred to ICU.
Support within the Department: The unit is supported by CNAs, a receptionist, a charge nurse who takes assignment, phlebotomy staff (dependent on staffing), a vascular access team, and resource teams for sepsis and rapid response. A shift coordinator, RT, hospitalists, specialists, and a unit educator are available 24/7, along with remote telemetry monitoring.
Technology/Equipment: Familiarity with EMR systems (Cerner), IV pumps (Plum ICU Medical), and medication dispensing systems (Omnicell) is required. Unit-specific equipment includes sera steady, Arjo lifts, and sapphire pumps for PCA.
Floating: Floating is limited to mixed acuity units only. CAP preceptors may act as traditional travelers and float to similar units if required.
Orientation: New employees will undergo a 24-hour orientation (3 days total) consisting of one online training day and two in-person days, along with additional modules. Unit orientation includes one 12-hour shift at the end of week one and another at the start of week two.
Scheduling: Weekend rotation is required every other weekend. There are no on-call duties, and holiday expectations are based on scheduled days from the facility. All requests for time off (RTO) should go through the manager, especially around holiday weeks.
Additional Information: Scrub color is Galaxy Blue. Free onsite parking is available with badge access.
GLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
If you are ready to take the next step in your nursing career, apply today!
