Travel Nurse RN - PCU - $2,288 per week in Louisville, KY

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Louisville
Posted on: July 3, 2025

Job Description:

TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Louisville, Kentucky, 40202! Pay Information $2,288 per week About The Position Job Title: RN Profession: Nursing Specialty: Intermediate/Step Down Cardiac Unit Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: 2 years License: Active RN License Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIH Must-Have Skills/Experience: Cardiac PCU experience CABG experience Description: This position specializes in an Intermediate/Step Down Cardiac Unit. The unit focuses on post-operative care for Coronary Bypass Graft and Valve surgeries. It also manages patients with chest pain and dysrhythmias, as well as pre/post Pacemaker/AICD placements. Care provided includes patients recovering from catheterizations and managing congestive heart failure. The unit has 16 beds with patient ratios of 4:1 or 5:1, increasing to 6:1 when floated to other units. The equipment includes IV pumps and chest tubes. Electronic medical records are maintained using Cerner. Candidates should be comfortable with post catheter sheath removal. Experience with cardiac drips such as Amiodarone, Cardizem, Primacor, Dobutamine, Dopamine, and Heparin is preferred. Team orientation is essential for success in this environment. Dress code requires scrubs in galaxy blue. This position does not have block scheduling and does not require call. 27832878EXPTEMP Job Requirements Required for Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Connect with healthcare professionals nationwide, expanding your professional network. These connections can open doors to new career opportunities, collaborations, and lifelong friendships within the healthcare community. Different healthcare facilities may have varying levels of technological advancements. Working in diverse settings exposes you to a range of medical technologies, contributing to your technological literacy. Some travel nursing agencies provide opportunities for continuing education, allowing you to expand your knowledge base and stay updated on the latest advancements in healthcare. Travel nursing assignments often take you to areas with healthcare shortages. Your presence in these communities contributes to filling critical gaps in healthcare services. Working in various healthcare settings exposes you to different patient populations, diseases, and treatment methods. This exposure enhances your ability to adapt and learn, making you a more versatile and knowledgeable healthcare professional.

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