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Cardiac Stepdown Rn Jobs in Louisville, KY (NOW HIRING)

The PCU RN is sometimes also called a step-down nurse, and the PCU is also known as cardiac stepdown, medical stepdown, neuro stepdown, surgical stepdown and ER holding. As a PCU Travel Nurse, you ...

The PCU RN is sometimes also called a step-down nurse, and the PCU is also known as cardiac stepdown, medical stepdown, neuro stepdown, surgical stepdown and ER holding. As a PCU Travel Nurse, you ...

The PCU RN is sometimes also called a step-down nurse, and the PCU is also known as cardiac stepdown, medical stepdown, neuro stepdown, surgical stepdown and ER holding. As a PCU Travel Nurse, you ...

The PCU RN is sometimes also called a step-down nurse, and the PCU is also known as cardiac stepdown, medical stepdown, neuro stepdown, surgical stepdown and ER holding. As a PCU Travel Nurse, you ...

The PCU RN is sometimes also called a step-down nurse, and the PCU is also known as cardiac stepdown, medical stepdown, neuro stepdown, surgical stepdown and ER holding. As a PCU Travel Nurse, you ...

The PCU RN is sometimes also called a step-down nurse, and the PCU is also known as cardiac stepdown, medical stepdown, neuro stepdown, surgical stepdown and ER holding. As a PCU Travel Nurse, you ...

Travel PCU RN

Louisville, KY · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

The PCU RN is sometimes also called a step-down nurse, and the PCU is also known as cardiac stepdown, medical stepdown, neuro stepdown, surgical stepdown and ER holding. As a PCU Travel Nurse, you ...

Travel PCU RN

Louisville, KY · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

The PCU RN is sometimes also called a step-down nurse, and the PCU is also known as cardiac stepdown, medical stepdown, neuro stepdown, surgical stepdown and ER holding. As a PCU Travel Nurse, you ...

Travel PCU RN

Louisville, KY · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

The PCU RN is sometimes also called a step-down nurse, and the PCU is also known as cardiac stepdown, medical stepdown, neuro stepdown, surgical stepdown and ER holding. As a PCU Travel Nurse, you ...

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How much do cardiac stepdown rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for cardiac stepdown rn in Louisville, KY is $49.29, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.58 and $60.96 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Travel Nurse RN - Stepdown

Louisville, KY • On-site

Malone Healthcare - Nursing
Health Care and Social Assistance • 11 - 50 employees

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 27 days ago


Job description

Malone Healthcare - Nursing is seeking a travel nurse RN Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Louisville, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Stepdown
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 09/10/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 36 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel
  • Position / Title: IMC/PCU/Stepdown - RN
  • Facility Name: Kindred Hospital Louisville at Jewish Hospital
  • Location: 200 Abraham Flexner Way, Louisville, KY 40202
  • VMS Req ID / Job ID: 2078 / Job ID: 876681
  • Target Start Date: 09/14/2026
  • Shift Details: Nights (Contract)
What the Facility Wants (Requirements & Expectations)

Experience & Qualifications

  • Experience Required: Minimum 1 year of PCU experience required. First-time travelers are accepted.
  • License & Certifications: Active RN license and required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS.

Clinical & Unit Overview

  • Unit Details: 22-bed stepdown unit focused heavily on recovery and quick patient turnover.
  • Patient Types & Diagnoses: Post-cath, TAVR, Mitral clip, esophagectomy, wedge resection, lobectomy, and all other cardiac patients requiring telemetry monitoring.
  • Patient Ratios: 1:5 ratio (1:4 goal). Supported by 2–3 PCA/CNAs per shift, HUC, 24/7 RT, and charge nurses taking reduced assignments.
  • Key Skills Required: Sheath pulls (will train), chest tubes, cardiac drip management, esophagectomy/DOFF management, tube feed management, and arterial lines for TAVR patients (preferred).
  • Technology & Charting: Cerner (EMR), Plum ICU Medical IV pumps, Omnicell, and Phillips monitors.

Scheduling & Unit Policies

  • Weekends & Holidays: Every other weekend rotation; included in the holiday rotation. No on-call required.
  • Floating Requirements: Can float within scope of practice and below at the hospital.
  • Orientation: NEO plus 2 shifts on the floor.
  • Perks & Dress Code: Galaxy Blue scrubs. Free, badge-access parking lot.
About Malone Healthcare - Nursing

With a commitment to providing a higher standard of service and experience in patient care, Malone Healthcare places expert nurses and allied health professionals in rewarding careers throughout the United States. As a leading healthcare staffing agency, Malone’s focus on compliance and integrity translates to a seamless experience for our team members and partner facilities. When you work with Malone Healthcare, you can rely on over 50 years of proven experience placing exceptional professionals in quality healthcare settings.

Benefits
  • Weekly pay
  • Holiday Pay
  • Guaranteed Hours
  • Continuing Education
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Pet insurance
  • Referral bonus
  • Medical benefits
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • License and certification reimbursement
  • Life insurance

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About Malone Healthcare Solutions

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At Malone Healthcare, there’s nothing we love more than helping healthcare professionals and healthcare facilities connect to accomplish amazing things. We provide client-specific, results-driven staffing solutions. We offer flexible staffing programs that give healthcare facilities convenience and peace of mind. Our recruiters have significant industry experience and they are passionate about their work. Let us provide you with quality candidates for your healthcare career opportunities. Helping you reach your healthcare career goals is our top priority. We take pride in being friendly and supportive of one another - our shared values are a reflection of our culture. By providing unmatched support to all employees, and an innovative approach that allows individuals to thrive, we're able to meet your needs and exceed your expectations.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

11 - 50 Employees

Headquarters location

Louisville, KY, US