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Nights, 3x12hrs Hours: 36 hrs/wk Start Date: Nov 9, 2026 Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1 Description American Traveler is hiring a Step Down RN for a 34-bed PCU unit requiring 2+ years of current experience and a KY or compact RN license. Details 34-bed Stepdown/PCU unit 1:5 patient ratios Meditech EMR used (preferred experience) Night shift rotating 3x12 and 4x12 schedule (19:00-7:30), totaling 84 hours per two-week pay period Float required within scope of practice Every other weekend required Blocked scheduling cannot be accommodated Requirements Active RN license, KY or compact, in hand at time of consideration Current BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required AVADE Level I & II certification preferred 2+ years of current Stepdown/PCU experience required 3-6 months of Level IV Trauma or above experience required Skilled in IV therapy, central/peripheral line care, PICC line management, and blood product administration Experience with cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management Experience managing cardiac drips (no titration) Experience with respiratory care including BiPAP/CPAP, chest tubes, and tracheostomy management Two professional references required: one Charge or higher and one supervisor, both completed within the last year Valid driver's license matching permanent address required for consideration Flu vaccine required with no declinations accepted; medical and religious exemptions considered case by case Additional Information Provide stepdown-level nursing care for patients with cardiac, neurological, respiratory, and renal conditions Experience with CVA, post-TPA care, and pre/post neurosurgery patients preferred Experience monitoring chemotherapy and managing wound care/wound vac preferred Must reside at least 75 miles from the facility to be considered; local candidates not accepted Up to 7 days of RTO considered if presented upfront; no changes accepted once submitted Must work either a major or minor shift on every holiday Travelers must take a minimum 6-month break after one year of employment before returning to the system Traveler pairs accepted on a limited basis and will not be scheduled on the same shift or unit First-time travelers may be considered depending on relevant Level IV experience