Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Paducah, KY
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Med/Surg Telemetry RN Travel Nurse (12-hr Nights) in Paducah, Kentucky – 13-week travel contract for experienced RNs with telemetry and med/surg skills. Join a supportive healthcare team in Paducah, KY for hands-on clinical care and professional growth.

Job Details

• Weekly Estimated Pay: $1950 - $2060
• Location: Paducah, KY (42003) — Paducah travel nurse / Kentucky travel nursing opportunity
• Employment Type: Travel Contract (Travel Nurse)
• Duration: 13 weeks (Start: April 13, 2026 – End: July 11, 2026)
• Hours per Week: 36
• Shift: 12 Hour Nights
• Unit Details: 43-bed med/surg telemetry unit (cardiac, oncology, step-down patient population)
• Support Staff: PCT, HUC, Monitor Techs
• Note: Local candidates not accepted — must live more than 50 miles from facility

Qualifications & Job Requirements

• Current RN license in Kentucky or compact state (required) — ideal for travel nurses and telemetry RNs
• BLS certification (required prior to direct patient care)
• ACLS certification (preferred)
• NIH Stroke Certification (preferred)
• Minimum 1 year of RN experience (required); 6 months acute care/hospital experience preferred
• Dysrhythmia exam required at orientation (study guide available) — ability to read cardiac strips required

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform initial and ongoing patient assessments, analyze telemetry and clinical data, and develop individualized care plans
• Administer medications safely and according to hospital policy and medication administration guidelines
• Monitor and interpret cardiac telemetry; respond to arrhythmias and acute changes in patient status
• Manage care for patients with cardiac, oncology, and step-down needs, including chest tubes, foleys, and advanced respiratory support (BiPAP, CPAP, high-flow oxygen)
• Coordinate patient care across interdisciplinary teams and hospital departments to ensure smooth transitions and discharge planning
• Serve as a patient safety advocate and participate in quality improvement initiatives and unit-based performance goals
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, treatments, and self-care; support coping and shared decision-making
• Respond confidently to rapidly changing patient conditions and escalate care per facility protocols
• Maintain professionalism, compassion, and resilience in a fast-paced med/surg telemetry environment

Why Paducah, KY? Paducah offers a vibrant arts scene, historic downtown, and a welcoming community — ideal for travel nurses seeking both clinical variety and quality of life in Kentucky. This Med/Surg Tele RN travel job provides exposure to advanced medical technologies and diverse patient populations.

Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Med/Surg Telemetry Travel RN in Paducah, KY. Submit your resume and licensing details to be considered for this travel nursing opportunity.

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We 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.