Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Paducah, KY
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,192/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel nursing opportunity for a Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) on 12-hour night shifts in Paducah, Kentucky (42003). Paducah offers a welcoming river-town community feel with convenient local dining and shopping, plus easy access to outdoor recreation and regional day trips—making it a great home base during your assignment.
Compensation / Pay
- Weekly Estimated Pay Range: $1,950–$2,060/week
Job Details (Travel RN Contract)
- Job Title: Travel Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift
- Location: Paducah, KY 42003 (Kentucky travel nursing job)
- Start Date: 03/09/2026
- End Date: 06/06/2026
- Duration: 13 weeks (travel contract)
- Employment Type: Travel (On-Site)
- Schedule: Night shift
- Shift Duration: 12-hour nights
- Hours per Week: 36
- EOH/EOW
- Scheduling Note: Block scheduling not available
- Orientation Requirement: Dysrhythmia exam required (study guide provided)
- Locals not accepted within 50 miles
Job Requirements (Med/Surg RN)
- Experience: Ortho experience preferred
- License: Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of practice or compact RN license
- Certifications: Current BLS and ACLS
- Clinical Skills: Strong patient assessment, time management, prioritization, and interdisciplinary communication
- Patient Population: Adolescents, adults, and geriatrics
Responsibilities (Medical-Surgical Nursing)
- Perform and document comprehensive patient assessments and reassessments throughout the shift
- Develop, implement, and update individualized nursing care plans using the nursing process
- Administer medications safely and accurately in accordance with RN scope of practice and facility policy
- Coordinate care across departments and serve as a key point of contact for patient care needs
- Provide patient and family education tailored to learning needs, culture, and readiness
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary partners to support discharge planning and continuity of care
- Advocate for patient safety and participate in quality improvement initiatives
- Maintain professionalism, protect patient safety and privacy, and support a respectful, patient-centered environment
Apply now to join this Paducah, KY travel RN assignment and grow your medical-surgical nursing experience on night shift.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Paducah, KY
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Paducah, KY here's what you should know:- Paducah's cost of living is 16% lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 89°F and lows are around 69°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 45°F and lows are around 26°F.
- Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Paducah, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.
- Paducah is car-friendly with easy access to parking.
- Public transportation options are limited.
- The population in Paducah is diverse with a mix of age groups.
- Common health issues include heart disease, obesity, and diabetes.
- There is a small but active community of travel nurses in the area.
- Paducah offers a variety of restaurants featuring Southern cuisine, as well as art galleries, live music venues, and local sports events.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like hiking, boating, and fishing along the Ohio River.
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