IR PACU Registered Nurse
Lexington, KY
GHR Healthcare - PH Division
3x12 hrs

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse (IR PACU)

Location: Lexington, Kentucky
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 8 weeks

Position Details

• Role: Interventional Radiology Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (IR PACU) Nurse
• Shift: Rotating start times at 6:00 AM, 7:00 AM, or 8:00 AM
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week, each 12 hours (shift times vary based on unit needs)
• Late stays: 3-4 required per 6 weeks
• Experience Required:

  • IR PACU experience with Phase 1 recovery
  • Minimum 1 year ICU experience
  • Experience caring for pediatric patients
• Certifications Required:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • NIH Stroke Certification
  • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) or willingness to obtain prior to start
• Local travelers within 75 miles are not accepted

Required Background Checks & Verifications

• Background check within 1 year, updated annually
• County and national criminal background checks, sex offender search
• Education verification or signed official transcript/diploma
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks within 30 days of start, updated annually
• NURSYS license verification within 30 days of start
• Employment verification for last 7 years
• References: Two references verified within 6 months of start (manager/supervisor preferred)
• Employment application with explanation for any gaps over 30 days

Required Certifications & Competencies

• ACLS, BLS, PALS (or ENPC as acceptable alternative), NIH Stroke Certification
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) if applicable
• CHEMO certification if applicable
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) if applicable
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) Blue Card (can be completed onsite)
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication) specific to ICU, IR, PACU, and other units
• Medication Test/Pharmacology Competency Exam (including pediatric medication exam if applicable)
• Unit-specific competency exams (multiple may be required)
• Color Blind Testing (online)
• Core Parts I, II, and III competency exams
• Conscious Sedation Competency Exam (if applicable)
• RN Math Ability Competency Exam (basic or advanced)

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year, signed by MD, NP, or PA confirming good health and ability to perform duties
• Fit mask test within 1 year, updated annually (specific mask types accepted)
• Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap vaccine within 10 years
• Negative TB test or chest X-ray with annual renewal
• TB questionnaire annually if history of positive TB
• Immunizations or positive titers for:

  • Rubeola (Measles)
  • Mumps
  • Rubella
  • Hepatitis B (series or declination)
  • Varicella
• Drug testing within 1 year, updated annually (specific drug panels required)
• Seasonal flu vaccination/documentation required year-round with medical/religious exemptions accepted
• COVID-19 vaccination or approved medical/religious exemption required; booster preferred but not mandatory

Facility Specific Requirements

• Completion of EKG exam within first week of booking (pass/fail with remediation process)
• Review and sign facility policies including Acceptable Use, Confidentiality, Electronic Communications, and Password Policy
• Acknowledgement of pass/fail testing required for ICU, PACU, ER, and other specified units

Additional Notes

• Candidates must renew all expiring documents prior to clearance for assignment
• Must be willing to complete any required certifications or trainings prior to start if not currently held
• This position requires flexibility with shift start times and occasional late stays
• Pediatric patient care experience is mandatory

This summary includes all relevant information for healthcare recruiters and healthcare workers considering this IR PACU Registered Nurse travel contract position in Lexington, KY.