Travel RN - Med/Surg

American Traveler; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Travel and licensure reimbursements

Medical, dental, vision insurance (Day

Weekly payroll deposit

401(k) plan

Free online CEUs

Non-taxed per diem and subsidy

Traveler rewards and discounts

Job summary

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Med/Surg night shift position requiring telemetry and post-PCI experience along with an active KY or compact RN license.

The role sits on a 46-bed Med/Surg unit with a 6:1 patient ratio, using Meditech Expanse for documentation and a variety of telemetry and infusion devices. Night shifts run 7 PM–7 AM, with every-other weekend coverage and potential float to PCU or 3 South. The Magnet facility offers teamwork and ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Active KY or compact RN license required.
• BLS required, ACLS preferred.
• NIH Stroke Certification required annually.
• Minimum 2 years Med/Surg experience required.
• Telemetry and post-PCI experience required.
• General Med/Surg skills including EKG interpretation, CPAP management, and port access.
• Preferred experience with chest tubes, NG tubes, wound vac, drains, post-dialysis assessments, central lines, and blood transfusions.
• US Social Security Number and date of birth required for consideration.
• One professional reference required (two required for Florida or Missouri candidates).
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Work on a 46-bed 4th Floor Med/Surg unit.
• Staffing includes charge nurses, RNs, LPNs, PCTs, nurse externs, and unit clerks based on census.
• Patient ratio of 6:1.
• Uses GE Apex Pro telemetry, Hoyer lift, Sara Steady, Baxter IV pumps, iMobile, Alaris PCA pump, Welch Allen vitals machine, and glucometer.
• Documentation completed in Meditech Expanse.
• Night shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
• Scheduled every other weekend, three 12-hour shifts per week.
• May float to 3 South (post-surgical med/surg) or PCU (telemetry overflow).
• Performs telemetry monitoring and paracentesis procedures on the unit.
• Provide direct patient care within a Magnet-designated acute care facility accredited by The Joint Commission.
• Unit fully supported by a director, manager, and clinical educator with strong interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Team communicates and celebrates achievements through GroupMe.
• Many travelers extend contracts due to strong teamwork and unit culture.
• Unit regularly receives new equipment and welcomes staff feedback on workflow improvements.
• Recognition programs include Daisy nominations and biweekly staff/patient appreciation prizes.
• Dress code requires navy blue or gray scrubs; royal blue scrubs are not permitted as this color is reserved for OB/LD staff.
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility, as local candidates are not accepted.

Skills

Telemetry

Post-PCI care

EKG interpretation

Port access

CPAP management

BLS

Med/Surg experience

NIH Stroke Certification

Education

RN license KY or compact

NIH Stroke Certification

Tools

Meditech Expanse

GE Apex Pro telemetry

Hoyer lift

Baxter IV pumps

iMobile

Alaris PCA pump

Sara Steady

Welch Allyn vitals

Job description

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Med/Surg night shift position requiring telemetry and post-PCI experience along with an active KY or compact RN license.

Requirements

• Active KY or compact RN license required
• BLS required, ACLS preferred
• Current NIH Stroke Certification required annually
• Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg experience required
• General Med/Surg skills including EKG interpretation, CPAP management, and port access
• Telemetry and post-Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) experience required
• Preferred experience with chest tubes, NG tubes, wound vac, drains, post-dialysis assessments, central lines, and blood transfusions
• US Social Security Number and date of birth required for consideration
• One professional reference required (two required for Florida or Missouri candidates)
• No gaps in work history of 90 days or more within the past 12 months

Responsibilities

• Work on a 46-bed 4th Floor Med/Surg unit
• Staffing includes charge nurses, RNs, LPNs, PCTs, nurse externs, and unit clerks based on census
• Patient ratio of 6:1
• Uses GE Apex Pro telemetry, Hoyer lift, Sara Steady, Baxter IV pumps, iMobile, Alaris PCA pump, Welch Allen vitals machine, and glucometer
• Documentation completed in Meditech Expanse
• Night shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• Scheduled every other weekend, three 12-hour shifts per week
• May float to 3 South (post-surgical med/surg) or PCU (telemetry overflow)
• Performs telemetry monitoring and paracentesis procedures on the unit
• Provide direct patient care within a Magnet-designated acute care facility accredited by The Joint Commission
• Unit fully supported by a director, manager, and clinical educator with strong interdisciplinary collaboration
• Team communicates and celebrates achievements through GroupMe
• Many travelers extend contracts due to strong teamwork and unit culture
• Unit regularly receives new equipment and welcomes staff feedback on workflow improvements
• Recognition programs include Daisy nominations and biweekly staff/patient appreciation prizes
• Dress code requires navy blue or gray scrubs; royal blue scrubs are not permitted as this color is reserved for OB/LD staff
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility, as local candidates are not accepted

Benefits

• High Pay and Bonuses
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance with Day 1 Options
• 401(k) Plan
• Weekly Payroll Deposit
• Free Online CEUs
• Generous Housing Allowance
• Travel and Licensure Reimbursements
• Non-taxed Per Diem and Subsidy
• Traveler Rewards and Discounts

Job ID: P-757884

Open Positions: 1