Local Contract ICU Registered Nurse - $49-53 per hour

Host Healthcare, Inc.

Lexington (KY)

On-site

USD 80,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

School loan reimbursement

Vision benefits

Wellness and fitness programs

Company provided housing options

License and certification reimbursement

Life insurance

Medical benefits

Mileage reimbursement

Pet insurance

Discount program

Employee assistance programs

Guaranteed Hours

Health savings account

Holiday Pay

401k retirement plan

Continuing Education

Dental benefits

Job summary

A healthcare staffing agency is seeking a local contract nurse RN for an ICU position in Lexington, Kentucky. The contract is for 13 weeks, requiring 36 hours of work per week on 12-hour night shifts. Candidates must have valid RN licensure and experience in critical care. Additional benefits include a referral bonus, loan reimbursement, and insurance coverage. This role is ideal for dedicated professionals looking for a rewarding nursing opportunity.

Qualifications

Must have RN licensure to practice in Kentucky.
Previous experience in an ICU setting is required.
Must be able to work 12-hour night shifts.

Responsibilities

Provide patient care in the Intensive Care Unit.
Monitor and assess patient conditions continuously.
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.

Skills

ICU experience

RN licensure

Ability to work night shifts

Education

Registered Nurse (RN)

Job description

Host Healthcare is seeking a local contract nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a local contract nursing job in Lexington, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 04/06/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, nights
Employment Type: Local Contract

Host Healthcare Job ID #La1fVX000002yX1ZYAU. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN - ICU

About Host Healthcare

At Host Healthcare, we provide a truly comfortable experience as you explore your travel nursing, therapy, or allied career. We make your travel healthcare journey easy by taking care of all the details, so you don’t have to.

We are on a mission to help others live better and we do this by helping the healers of the world be as comfortable as possible. With access to tens of thousands of travel nursing, therapy, and allied jobs in all 50 states, our responsive and friendly recruiters find your dream position based on what’s important to you.

During your assignment, get access to premium benefits, including Day 1 medical that continues up to 30 days between assignments, 401K matching, travel reimbursements, dedicated housing support, and more. We also offer 24/7 support from our team and access to our on-staff clinicians so you can feel comfortable and confident throughout your entire assignment.

Travel comfortably with Host Healthcare.

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