PCU/IMC/Stepdown RN in Louisville, Kentucky
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Louisville, KY
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,040/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $56.67
- Weekly
- $2,040
- Yearly (full-time)
- $106,080
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $56.67/hour — 45% 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 our team as a registered nurse on a 13-week travel contract in Louisville, Kentucky, working days shifts from 6:45 AM to 7:15 PM. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to apply your acute inpatient PCU experience in a supportive environment focused on patient and family-centered care. You'll be responsible for assessing, developing, and implementing care plans, supervising staff, and ensuring quality outcomes. This assignment is unique because it places you at the heart of a busy unit where teamwork and evidence-based practice are valued. If you enjoy mentoring others and are committed to professional growth, this position is for you.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year is typically mild, with pleasant temperatures and a mix of sunshine and occasional mild rain showers, making it ideal for outdoor activities and exploring the city.
Fun Things To Do:
- Downtown Louisville Riverwalk: Take a relaxing walk along the Ohio River and enjoy scenic views.
- Louisville Mega Cavern Tour: Explore the underground world through an adventurous tram tour.
- Visit Churchill Downs: Experience the historic horse racing venue that hosts the iconic Kentucky Derby.
- Bourbon Trail Day Trip: Discover Kentucky’s famous bourbon distilleries with a guided tour.
- Louisville Zoo: Spend a fun day seeing a wide variety of animals and exhibits.
Job Specifics:
Location: Louisville, KY
Shift: Days (6:45 AM - 7:15 PM)
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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