RN Med Surg Telemetry
Frankfort, KY
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Registered Nurse – Med Surg (Travel Assignment)

Location: Frankfort, Kentucky
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Hours per Week: 36 hours

Unit & Work Environment

• Med/Surg unit on 4th Floor with 46 beds
• Patient ratio: 6:1
• Staffing includes Clinical Nurse Coordinators (charge nurse), RNs, LPNs, PCTs, Nurse Externs, and Unit Clerks; staffing adjusts based on patient census
• Equipment used: GE Apex Pro Telemetry box, Hoyer lift, Sara Steady, Baxter IV pumps, iMobile, Alaris PCA IV pump, Welch Allen Vitals machine, Glucometer
• Documentation system: Meditech Expanse
• Scheduling: Three 12-hour shifts per week, every other weekend
• Floating: May float to post-surgical med/surg unit or PCU for telemetry overflow
• Unit culture: Strong teamwork, excellent interdisciplinary communication, supported by director, manager, and clinical educator
• Communication: Use of GroupMe for unit communication and celebrations
• Recognition: Daisy nominations, bi-weekly unit prizes for teamwork and patient care

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse license in Kentucky
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Minimum 2 years of Med Surg nursing experience, with Med Surg experience within the last year
• BLS certification required
• Current NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification (must be renewed annually)
• De-escalation skills in healthcare settings
• Experience with telemetry and EKG interpretation
• CPAP management skills
• Port access experience
• Post-Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (post-PCI) patient care experience
• Experience with chest tubes, NG tubes, drains, and central lines
• Post-dialysis assessment skills
• Blood transfusions experience
• Paracentesis experience

Preferred Skills & Advanced Experience

• Chest tubes, NG tubes, wound vac, drains
• Post-dialysis assessment skills
• Central line management
• Blood transfusions
• EKG interpretation
• CPAP management
• Port access

Procedures Performed on Unit

• Telemetry monitoring
• Paracentesis

Dress Code

• Navy blue or gray scrubs required
• No T-shirts, fleece jackets, or sweatshirts allowed
• Scrub jackets and long sleeve shirts under scrub tops may be any color or pattern
• Royal blue scrubs are prohibited (reserved for OB/LD department)

Additional Information

• The unit is known for excellent teamwork and has many travelers who extend their contracts
• Continuous acquisition of new equipment and supplies
• Staff input and feedback are welcomed to improve workflow and patient care quality

This assignment offers a supportive environment with a focus on patient-centered care and professional growth in a well-equipped med/surg telemetry unit.