Med Surg/Telemetry RN
Elizabethtown, KY
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Nights

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 12 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Tele RN for a surgical telemetry unit, requiring a KY or compact RN license and BLS certification.

Details

• 26-bed surgical telemetry unit caring for patients needing surgery or recently post-surgical
• Nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4
• 3x12 night shift schedule, 7p-7a
• Weekend and holiday rotation required
• Weekend payback policy applies if a scheduled weekend shift is missed

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted RN license (KY or compact)
• Current BLS certification required; ACLS also required per department compliance
• ADN or ASN required; BSN preferred
• No prior experience required, though previous nursing experience is preferred
• Ability to assess age-specific patient safety needs and implement appropriate safety measures

Additional Information

• Provide direct patient care including assessments, treatments, and care coordination across all phases of the nursing process
• Facilitate admission, transfer, and discharge activities along with patient and family education
• Delegate and oversee care tasks performed by other team members
• Participate in unit-based quality improvement activities and core measure initiatives
• Candidates must reside within 75 miles of the facility; local candidates accepted at a lower rate
• First-time travelers welcome to apply