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Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
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Hours: 36 hrs/wk
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Start Date: Jun 29, 2026
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Length: 13 weeks
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Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit (PCU) position requiring a KY or compact RN license and night shift availability including weekends and holidays.
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Hospital-based cardiovascular progressive care unit (PCU) setting in Louisville, KY
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Two-unit cardiovascular department consisting of the CVU (16 beds) and CVI (15 beds), providing intermediate care for cardiac surgery patients from pre-op through discharge
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Patient population includes cardiac surgery, pre/post-cardiac intervention (PTCA, cardioversion, generator implants, TAVR), and atypical chest pain patients requiring monitoring
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Night shift, 7p–7a, 12-hour shifts
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36 hours per week
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Weekend and holiday coverage required per unit needs
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13-week contract
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Active, unrestricted KY RN license or compact RN license currently in hand
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Current BLS certification required
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ADN or ASN required; BSN preferred
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Date of birth (MM/DD) and last 4 digits of SSN required for consideration
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Responsibilities include comprehensive patient assessments, care planning, patient and family education, care coordination, and facilitating admission, transfer, and discharge processes
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Nurses delegate and oversee team members in patient care activities and monitor accuracy of delegated care
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Active participation in unit-based quality improvement activities, including patient satisfaction, fall prevention, pressure ulcer prevention, and CAUTI reduction
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Nursing practice is evidence-based and guided by hospital policies, regulatory standards, and professional guidelines
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Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced cardiovascular intermediate care environment
