PCU/IMC/Stepdown RN in Louisville, Kentucky
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Louisville, KY
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,306/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 14, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $64.06
- Weekly
- $2,306
- Yearly (full-time)
- $119,912
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $64.06/hour — 64% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Kentucky ($38.96/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Kentucky right now
- 571 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Kentucky from 5 agencies, 180 of them in Louisville.
- Pay in these listings: $31.70 – $84.89/hour, median $56.36/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Kentucky: $38.96/hour ($81,037/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Atlas MedStaff ($56.67/hour across 96 jobs).
Job description
Join us on a 13-week night assignment in Louisville, Kentucky, where you'll provide essential inpatient care as a registered nurse in a fast-paced Progressive Care Unit (PCU). This role offers the opportunity to lead, educate, and collaborate with a dedicated team, ensuring safe, effective, and patient-centered care. The nights may be quiet at times, but your expertise will be vital in making a meaningful difference, and yes, you may find yourself appreciating the peaceful transition from day to night with a good cup of coffee in hand.
Weather:
Expect typical Louisville weather around this time of year, characterized by mild temperatures, occasional light rain, and vibrant autumn foliage—perfect for enjoying a walk or a scenic drive after your shift.
Fun Things To Do:
- Bike along the Louisville Loop trail
- Visit the historic Churchill Downs
- Day trip to Mammoth Cave National Park
- Explore the bourbon distilleries in Bardstown
- Enjoy a scenic drive through the Bluegrass Region
Job Specifics:
Location: Louisville, KY
Shift: Night shift, 6:45 PM – 7:15 AM, every other weekend
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
Compensation: Estimated gross weekly pay of $2,306.13
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