Med/Surg Telemetry RN
Frankfort, KY
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Travel RN Opportunity – Med/Surg Unit, Frankfort, KY

Position Details

• Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN) – Med/Surg
• Location: Frankfort, Kentucky
• Employment Type: Travel
• Contract Length: 13 weeks

Unit Information

• Unit: 4th Floor Med/Surg (Unit 611)
• Number of Beds: 46
• Patient Ratios: 6:1
• Staffing: Clinical Nurse Coordinators (charge nurse), RNs, LPNs, PCTs, Nurse Externs, Unit Clerks (staffing 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: Every other weekend, three 12-hour shifts per week
• Floating Policy: May float to 3 South (post-surgical med/surg) or PCU (telemetry overflow)
• Procedures Performed: Telemetry monitoring, paracentesis

Experience & Skills Required

• Minimum of 2 years med/surg experience
• Telemetry experience required
• Post-Percutaneous Coronary Intervention (PCI) experience required
• General med/surg skills, EKG interpretation, CPAP management, port access
• Preferred advanced skills: chest tubes, NG tubes, wound vac, drains, post-dialysis assessment, central lines, blood transfusions

Certifications & Licenses

• Active Registered Nurse license in good standing (compact license accepted if applicable)
• BLS required
• ACLS preferred
• Current NIH certification (must be renewed annually)

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 staff for infant safety)

Unit Culture & Additional Information

• The unit has a strong team environment with excellent interdisciplinary communication and collaboration
• Supported by a director, manager, and clinical educator
• Frequent use of GroupMe for communication and team celebrations
• Several travelers have extended contracts due to positive work environment and teamwork
• Continuous acquisition of new equipment and supplies
• Staff feedback, including from contract nurses, is welcomed to improve workflow and patient care
• Recognitions include Daisy nominations and bi-weekly unit prizes for exceptional teamwork and patient care

This position offers a supportive and well-equipped environment for experienced Med/Surg RNs looking for a travel assignment with a reputable acute care facility.