Med Surg Telemetry RN
Frankfort, 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 seeking an experienced Med/Surg RN with telemetry and post-PCI experience for a 13-week assignment at a Magnet-designated acute care facility in Kentucky.

Details

• 46-bed Med/Surg unit with a 6:1 patient ratio
• Unit staffed by Clinical Nurse Coordinators, RNs, LPNs, PCTs, Nurse Externs, and Unit Clerks based on census
• Uses GE Apex Pro Telemetry, Hoyer lift, Sara Steady, Baxter IV pumps, iMobile, Alaris PCA pumps, Welch Allyn vitals machines, and glucometers
• Documentation completed in Meditech Expanse
• Schedule includes three 12-hour day shifts (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) with every other weekend required
• May float to 3 South (post-surgical med/surg) or PCU to cover telemetry overflow

Requirements

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

Additional Information

• Perform telemetry monitoring and assist with paracentesis procedures on the unit
• Unit fully supported by a director, manager, and clinical educator
• Strong interdisciplinary communication and collaboration with providers
• Navy blue or gray scrubs required; royal blue scrubs not permitted (reserved for OB/LD staff)
• Unit uses GroupMe for team communication and recognition
• History of travelers extending contracts due to strong teamwork and support
• Continuous access to new equipment and supplies, with staff feedback welcomed
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility; no local candidates accepted