Travel Nurse RN - MICU - Medical Intensive Care Unit
Lexington, KY
GHG Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Estimated Gross Weekly Pay: $2311.92

Opportunity:

RN - Trauma/Surgical ICU

Job Details:

• Work in a Trauma/Surgical ICU unit focusing on traumatic injuries including motor vehicle collisions, penetrating wounds, falls, and similar cases
• Additional patient diagnoses include perforated bowels, necrotizing fasciitis, cancer surgery, and liver transplants
• Patient ratios of 2:1 on days, nights, and weekends
• 12-room unit with 10 beds
• Self-scheduling unit
• Float required to ICU and PCU
• Will be expected to work 3 out of 5 winter holidays
• 36-hour orientation
• Treat patient age groups including adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
• Minimum 1 year of experience required; 2 years preferred
• Level 1 Trauma experience required
• Trauma/Surgical experience required
• PA Lines experience required
• Travel experience preferred
• Required skills: arterial line management, care of ventilated patients, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, pulmonary artery line/Swan Ganz monitoring, surgical intensive care unit, and ventilator management
• Required certifications: ACLS, BLS, NIHSS
• Preferred certifications: TNCC, CCRN
• Compliance requirements include: BLS, ACLS, EKG onboarding exam, NIHSS, Advanced Math exam, Med/Pharmacology exam, General ICU Competency exam, Trauma ICU Competency exam, General ICU skills, Trauma ICU skills, and CORE exams
• Interdisciplinary support available including physical therapy, respiratory services, interpretation services, radiology, social services, rapid response teams, pharmacy, transportation, and unit secretary
• Compact or Kentucky state license required

Facility:

This facility is a Level 1 Trauma Center offering a specialized Trauma/Surgical ICU equipped to handle the most complex and critical patient cases. The unit is supported by a robust interdisciplinary team and maintains a low patient-to-nurse ratio to ensure high-quality care. The facility provides comprehensive specialty support services and is affiliated with a larger health system network that includes nearby affiliate hospitals.

Location:

Lexington, KY

Lexington is known as the Horse Capital of the World and offers a vibrant blend of Southern charm, rich history, and a thriving arts and dining scene. The city provides an excellent quality of life with affordable living, a welcoming community, and easy access to beautiful Kentucky bluegrass countryside and outdoor recreation opportunities.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Noor Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Physicial Requirements:

This position requires the ability to perform the essential functions of the role, which may include standing for extended periods, bending, reaching, and lifting up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis, with or without reasonable accommodation. Physicial demands may vary depending on assignment and client-site requirements.