RN – PCU/Telemetry
Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

Location: Lexington, Kentucky
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 14 weeks

Job Description

• Work primarily in a stroke Progressive Care Unit (PCU) with potential floating to other PCUs as needed.
• Required to work 5-6 weekend shifts every 6 weeks.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays.
• Local travelers within 100 miles are not accepted.

Required Experience & Skills

• Valid RN license in Kentucky.
• Minimum of 1 year of Progressive Care Unit (PCU) experience within the last year.
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Telemetry experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.
• Pass/Fail advanced dysrhythmia exam acknowledgment.

License Requirements

• Kentucky RN license or a compact nursing license.

Certifications & Competencies (Must be current and maintained)

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only, RQI accepted.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only, RQI accepted.
• NIH Stroke Certification.
• Pass/Fail EKG/Medication Exam (facility-specific advanced dysrhythmia exam).
• Other certifications may be required depending on unit specifics (e.g., PALS, ENPC, TNCC, Chemotherapy, NRP, EFM, CPI).
• Competency exams including medication/pharmacology, math ability, unit-specific competencies, and conscious sedation as applicable.
• Annual renewal and compliance with all required certifications and competencies.

Background & Health Requirements

• Background checks including criminal, sex offender, and employment verifications.
• Education verification or official transcript/diploma.
• Physical exam within 1 year of start, signed by a licensed provider.
• Immunizations and health screenings including:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • Negative TB test or chest X-ray (annual renewal)
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity or boosters
  • Hepatitis B immunity or declination (annual renewal)
  • Varicella immunity or booster
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption (annual)
  • COVID vaccination series or approved exemption
• Drug testing within 1 year of start, updated annually.
• Fit mask testing within 1 year, updated annually.

Additional Requirements

• Must pass facility-specific EKG exam with a minimum score of 80%.
• Must complete required skills checklists annually.
• Two supervisor references verified within 6 months of start.
• Employment history verification covering the last 7 years.
• Must be able to complete all required documentation and certifications prior to start.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, acute care environment with stroke and neuro patients.

Notes

• Prior travel experience is not explicitly required.
• This position requires flexibility to float to other PCUs as needed.
• Weekend and holiday shifts are mandatory.
• Local candidates within 100 miles are not eligible for this travel assignment.

This opportunity is ideal for experienced RNs with progressive care and telemetry skills, especially those with stroke or neuro experience, looking for a travel contract in Kentucky.