Job info

Registered Nurse - Telemetry

Location: Florence, Kentucky Employment Type: Travel/Contract Contract Length: 13 weeks Start Date: 11/23 only Shift: Night, 19:00-07:30 (3x12 hours), 12 hours per day, 36 hours per week Block Scheduling: Possible but not guaranteed

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Kentucky
Med Surg / Telemetry experience (1.5 years)
Med Surg / Telemetry experience within the last year
One completed travel assignment
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) issued by American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or United States Department of Defense
BLS issued by American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or United States Department of Defense
NIHSS (NIH Stroke Scale) certification
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing
Experience working with cardiac patients
Experience with pre-cardiac cath
Experience managing ports
Experience with Epic

Schedule and Assignment Details

Four weekend shifts (2 Saturdays and 2 Sundays) in a 6-week period, plus 3 Mondays and 3 Fridays.
Only one holiday may be requested off.
Travel partners are not allowed.
May float between campuses, and to observation units, MS, and MS Tele units as needed.
Supports ED boarders (patients waiting for an inpatient bed) across the system. If there are not enough boarders, the RN floats to observation units.

Workplace Policies

Scrubs: navy blue. No agency or brand logos allowed.
Tattoos and piercings: no nose rings or gauged earrings.
Nails: less than 1/4" in length. Natural fingernails required for direct client care; polish is acceptable.
Parking: free in unrestricted spaces.
Cafeteria: not available on-site. Refrigerator and microwave are provided on-site.

Facility

Saint Elizabeth Florence

DetailsVerification data is contributed by healthcare professionals like you, who leave reviews on Vivian.

Short Term Acute Care
169 beds

ADDRESS4900 Houston RoadFlorence, KY 41042

View more details

About Florence, KY

As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Florence, KY here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Florence, KY is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living, providing good value for residents.

Weather

Florence experiences hot summers with average highs around 86°F and cold winters with average lows around 23°F.
Be prepared for a range of temperatures throughout the year.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Florence, KY.
They are relatively easy to find, especially with the assistance of local real estate agents or online rental platforms.

Transportation

Florence is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
Public transportation options are limited, so having a car is essential for getting around the city and its surroundings.

Demographics

The population of Florence, KY is diverse, with a mix of age groups.
Common health issues may include respiratory conditions due to seasonal temperature variations.
There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Residents and travel nurses in Florence, KY can enjoy a variety of restaurants offering local and international cuisine.
The city also has options for art, music, and sports enthusiasts, along with outdoor activities such as hiking and boating in nearby parks and lakes.

Was this helpful?

Yes

No

We strive to have reliable information about every job. Tell us what we've got wrong so we can correct it.Report an issue