Med Surg Tele RN
Lexington, KY
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Days

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 2, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an RN for a Med/Surg Tele position requiring a KY or compact RN license and BLS certification.

Details

• 24-bed Telemetry unit supporting a comprehensive stroke program
• Specializes in Neurology, Neurosurgery, TIA, and CVA care, with overflow support for orthopedic patients
• Patients are transferred from ICU, ED, and PACU
• 1st shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 7p-7a
• Weekends and holidays required as needed

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted KY or compact RN license
• Current BLS certification required
• NIHSS certification required within 3 months of hire
• ACLS certification required within 12 months of hire
• Annual Dysrhythmia Competency Validation required
• ADN or ASN required; BSN preferred
• No prior nursing experience required, though previous experience is preferred
• Ability to assess age-specific patient safety issues and implement appropriate safety measures

Additional Information

• Provide comprehensive patient assessments, care planning, and treatment implementation according to the nursing process
• Coordinate admission, transfer, and discharge activities including patient and family education
• Delegate and oversee care tasks performed by other team members
• Participate in unit-based quality improvement activities such as patient satisfaction, falls prevention, and documentation audits
• Collaborate closely with interdisciplinary care teams to support holistic, patient-centered care
• Candidates must reside within 75 miles of the facility to qualify for the travel rate; local candidates accepted at a lower rate
• First-time travelers may be considered for this role