Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Lexington, KY
BHS Workforce
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

• Position: Registered Nurse (RN)
• Shift: Night shift, 7:00 PM–7:00 AM
• Schedule: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (36 hours weekly)
• Weekends/Holidays: As needed

Job Responsibilities

• Assess patients’ health conditions and identify their care needs.
• Develop and follow individualized patient care plans.
• Administer treatments and perform nursing procedures according to hospital policies.
• Monitor patients and report any changes in their condition.
• Document assessments, treatments, and patient progress.
• Educate patients and families about treatments, medications, and discharge instructions.
• Help patients with admission, transfers, and discharge.
• Coordinate care with doctors and other healthcare professionals.
• Delegate tasks to team members and monitor their work.
• Maintain patient safety and comfort.
• Follow evidence-based nursing practices and hospital guidelines.
• Participate in quality improvement activities to prevent falls, infections, and pressure injuries.
• Provide compassionate, respectful, and patient-centered care.

Required Skills

• Good verbal and written communication.
• Ability to work effectively with a healthcare team.
• Strong critical-thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to assess patient safety risks and take appropriate action.
• Basic computer skills or willingness to learn.
• Professional attitude, accountability, and good time management.
• Ability to communicate respectfully with patients, families, and coworkers.

Education Requirements

• Required: Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN or ASN).
• Preferred: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Required License and Certification

• Active, unrestricted RN license in the applicable state.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous nursing experience.
• A BSN degree is preferred but not required.