Medical ICU Registered Nurse
Harlan, KY
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: ICU RN (RN MICU) - Travel Position

Location: Harlan, Kentucky
Contract Length: 12 weeks

Job Summary

Seeking an experienced ICU Registered Nurse for a travel assignment in a Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU). The role involves providing critical care nursing with a 1:2 patient ratio, utilizing Meditech EMR, and requires flexibility to float to other units if census is low.

Requirements

Experience

• Minimum 2+ years of current ICU experience (highest required years of experience)
• Must have a Kentucky or compact nursing license
• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required

Certifications & Licenses (Required)

• BLS (American Heart Association certified; front and back of certificate if not electronic)
• ACLS (American Heart Association certified; front and back of certificate if not electronic)
• NIH Certification (required for RN specialties except OR)
• Nursys verification (within 30 days of start)
• Valid nursing license for Kentucky or compact license for KY ARH facilities

Health & Immunization Requirements

• COVID-19 Vaccine (proof of completed series; religious and medical exemptions accepted with documentation)
• Influenza Vaccine (required Sept 1 - May 31; religious and medical exemptions accepted with documentation; declinations not accepted)
• MMR (proof of 2 vaccinations or positive titer prior to start; if low/equivocal, proof of first dose to start, second dose within 28-30 days)
• Varicella (proof of 2 vaccinations or positive titer prior to start; if low/equivocal, proof of first dose to start, second dose within 28-30 days)
• Hepatitis B (positive titer, proof of 3 vaccine series, or declination accepted)
• Tdap (valid 10 years from administered date; Td not accepted; declinations acceptable)
• TB Quantiferon Blood Test (within one year prior to start; annual update required)
• Positive PPD requires proof of chest X-ray within last 5 years plus TB questionnaire
• Annual Physical or Physician note within 1 year prior to start, stating clear to work without restrictions

Additional Health & Safety

• Fit Test for N95 respirators (optional but recommended; PAPR not accommodated)
• Negative 10 Panel Drug Screen within 30 days prior to start (excluding marijuana/THC)

Work Schedule & Conditions

• Schedule: 36 hours on / 48 hours off over a two-week pay period
• Floating to other units required if census is low
• Must reside within 100 miles of the facility to be considered
• Orientation occurs bi-weekly
• Start date is immediate upon job acceptance

Compliance & Documentation

• Background checks within 30 days prior to start, including:

  • 7-year county criminal history, nationwide criminal, SSN trace, sex offender registry, SAM, OIG, EPLS, OFAC, education and employment verification, driving record
• Submission packet and job description must be signed and dated
• Kentucky Vulnerable Adult Maltreatment Registry verification within 30 days prior to start
• Skills checklist, competency exams, EKG/Telemetry exams, and core competencies must be current (within one year)
• Employee Health Attestation Form must be completed prior to compliance deadline
• Assignment confirmation required within 24 hours of accepting the offer

Summary

This travel ICU RN position requires a minimum of 2 years ICU experience, current certifications (BLS, ACLS, NIH), and compliance with extensive health and background verifications. The role demands flexibility with floating and adherence to a structured schedule. Candidates must hold a valid KY or compact nursing license and reside within 100 miles of the facility.

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