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Original Job Details

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This PCU travel nurse job in Louisville, Kentucky, with Advantis Medical is a 12-week Travel PCU Registered Nurse (RN) contract at UofL- University Hospital. This role follows a Nights shift with a 4x12 schedule.

In this PCU travel nursing job, you will provide progressive care in a hospital setting, assess and monitor patient conditions, support urgent interventions, document care accurately, and collaborate with physicians and the clinical care team during fast-moving patient situations.

Assignment Details

  • Specialty: PCU
  • Facility: UofL- University Hospital
  • Location: Louisville, KY 40202
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  • Contract Length: 12 Weeks
  • Shift: Nights (4x12)
  • Job Number: 835603

Responsibilities

  • Manage higher-acuity patients stepping down from intensive care who require close monitoring
  • Monitor continuous telemetry and hemodynamic status, recognizing and escalating changes promptly
  • Administer medications and IV therapy, including titratable drips approved for the unit, per facility protocol
  • Care for patients on high-flow oxygen and non-invasive ventilation when assigned

Travel PCU Requirements:

  • 2+ years of recent PCU experience.
  • Must hold all required certifications and licenses as mandated by Kentucky and national regulatory bodies.

FAQs – PCU Travel Nurse Jobs Near Louisville, KY

What certifications do travel PCU jobs require?
Most travel PCU jobs require Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS). Units that care for stroke patients often ask for NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) as well. A Progressive Care Certified Nurse (PCCN) credential isn't usually required, but many facilities view it as a plus.
What do facilities require for travel PCU nurses?
Facilities typically want recent progressive care, step-down, or intermediate-care experience with continuous cardiac monitoring, higher-acuity patients, and infusions such as diltiazem, amiodarone, insulin, or heparin. Depending on the unit, post-cath, cardiac, respiratory, or postoperative experience may also matter.
Is PCU the same as step-down or intermediate care?
Often, but not always. PCU, step-down, IMC, and transitional-care labels can describe similar units, but acuity, patient mix, allowed drips, and respiratory support vary by hospital. Compare the actual responsibilities with your experience rather than relying on the unit name alone.

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Explore Louisville, KY

Set along the Ohio River, Louisville, KY holds a mid-size healthcare market with demand spread across its hospital corridors. Norton Hospital and University of Louisville Hospital serve as the major regional hubs, where perioperative services and large inpatient units keep RN coverage in demand. Shepherdsville and La Grange make sensible housing options for shorter drives into the city. The compact metro is the appeal: little of a day off gets eaten by logistics. Churchill Downs or the NuLu neighborhood offers a quick change of pace without turning the day into a full production. For a mid-size market, the regional hub role keeps a healthy mix of contracts in reach for travelers passing through the area.

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At Advantis Medical Staffing, we take great pride in our commitment to caring for travel nurses. We are dedicated to connecting nurses with the best travel nursing jobs nationwide, while providing exceptional service that fosters a trusted partnership for life. Our mission is to deliver the “Gold Standard” in service—not only by securing your first assignment but by advocating for your long-term career goals and well-being.