NICU RN
Frankfort, KY
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs

Travel NICU RN job in Frankfort, Kentucky: join a supportive neonatal intensive care team, work 12-hour night shifts, and provide expert care to newborns in a 4-8 bed NICU.

Overview

We are seeking an experienced NICU Registered Nurse for a travel nursing assignment in Frankfort, KY. This opportunity is ideal for a compassionate neonatal intensive care nurse with strong assessment skills, bedside procedure experience, and a commitment to family-centered care, patient safety, and teamwork.

Join a collaborative healthcare team in a welcoming capital-city community known for its small-town charm, historic character, and easy access to local amenities.

Job Details

• Position: NICU Registered Nurse
• Employment Type: Travel Nursing
• Duration: 13 weeks
• Weekly Hours: 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12-hour night shifts
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Setting: 4-8 bed Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU)
• Location: Frankfort, KY 40601
• Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,910 - $2,010

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of NICU experience in a hospital or acute care setting
• Active Kentucky RN license at the time of submission
• BLS certification required
• NRP certification required
• Strong neonatal assessment, critical thinking, and clinical decision-making skills
• Experience with STABLE and delivery team support preferred
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-based neonatal care environment

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to NICU patients based on acuity and census
• Perform IV starts, lab draws, medication administration, and routine assessments
• Maintain UVC/UAC lines and support ongoing neonatal interventions
• Assist providers with intubation, chest tube placement, and umbilical line placement
• Support neonatal procedures and collaborate closely with physicians and the care team
• Monitor patient status and respond appropriately to changes in condition
• Deliver safe, compassionate, family-centered care in a specialized neonatal environment

Apply now to join this Kentucky healthcare job and advance your career as a travel NICU Registered Nurse in Frankfort, KY.

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