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 6, 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
This travel contract offers a night shift opportunity for experienced Registered Nurses specializing in progressive care units. You will be caring for cardiac patients, utilizing advanced tools like Epic electronic health records, and taking charge of patient assessments, care planning, and education. The role emphasizes leadership and teamwork: supervising staff, mentoring new team members, and actively participating in quality and safety initiatives. If you enjoy working during quiet, focused nighttime hours and making a tangible difference in patient recovery, this assignment could be your next rewarding challenge.
Weather:
Expect generally mild and pleasant weather around this time of year, with comfortable temperatures ideal for outdoor activities. The climate tends to be moderate, making it excellent for exploring the city and nearby areas.
Fun Things To Do:
- Explore the Louisville Mega Cavern, an underground thrill park perfect for ziplining and adventure activities.
- Visit the Muhammad Ali Center, a cultural museum honoring the legendary boxer's life and legacy.
- Enjoy a scenic drive to Mammoth Cave National Park to experience some of the world's most impressive cave systems.
- Take a riverboat cruise along the Ohio River to see Louisville from a different perspective.
- Plan a day trip to Bardstown, known as the bourbon capital of the world, for tours and tastings.
Job Specifics:
Location: Louisville, Kentucky
Shift: Night shift, 6:45 PM - 7:15 AM
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 36
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