Progressive Care Unit RN
Frankfort, KY
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

RN Position Job Notes:

Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.

Opportunity:

RN - PCU

Job Details:

• Three 12-hour shifts per week with every other weekend requirement
• Work on 46-bed Progressive Care Unit with 4:1 to 5:1 patient ratios
• Must have 2 years of hospital experience and active Kentucky nursing license
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, and current NIH (must be certified annually)
• Must be experienced with telemetry and EKG interpretation
• Post-Percutaneous Coronary Intervention experience required
• Experience with cardiac and anti-arrhythmic IV infusions management and titration required
• CPAP and BiPap management skills required
• Port access and therapeutic phlebotomy skills required
• Preferred advanced skills include chest tubes, NG tubes, wound vac, drains, post-dialysis assessment, central lines, and blood transfusions
• May float to 3 South (post-surgical med/surg) or PCU for telemetry overflow
• Work with equipment including GE Apex Pro Telemetry box, Hoyer lift, Sara Steady, Baxter IV pumps, iMobile, Alaris PCA IV pump, Welch Allen Vitals machine, and Glucometer
• Document using Meditech Expanse system
• Dress code requires navy blue or gray scrubs with no t-shirts, fleece jackets, or sweatshirts allowed
• Unit performs telemetry monitoring, paracentesis, BiPap, and therapeutic phlebotomy procedures

Facility:

This 173-bed acute care facility has received numerous awards and accolades for its quality of care, including Magnet designation for nursing excellence. The hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and focuses on putting patients first through excellent service delivery. The facility emphasizes patient safety as a top priority and treats each patient with compassion and care. The organization maintains a "Patients First" philosophy that ensures excellent service for every patient, every time.

Location:

Frankfort, KY

Frankfort offers healthcare professionals the opportunity to work in Kentucky's capital city, conveniently located off I-64 in Central Kentucky, approximately 50 miles from Louisville and 30 miles from Lexington. The city provides a unique blend of government, history, and small-town charm while maintaining easy access to larger metropolitan areas for additional amenities and entertainment options.