IR PACU RN
Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - IR PACU

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

Job Description

• Position in Interventional Radiology (IR) Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU).
• Rotating start times at 6:00 AM, 7:00 AM, or 8:00 AM.
• Must have IR PACU experience with Phase 1 recovery.
• Minimum of 1 year ICU experience required.
• Experience caring for pediatric patients is required.
• 3-4 late stays required every 6 weeks.
• Shift schedule: 3 shifts per week, 12 hours each (shift times vary based on unit needs).
• Local travelers within 100 miles are not accepted.

Required Certifications

• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) – must be willing to obtain prior to start if not currently held.
• NIH Stroke Certification
• TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course)
• NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) – if applicable
• CHEMO (Chemotherapy) – if applicable
• EFM (Electronic Fetal Monitoring) – if applicable
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Institute) Blue Card (can be completed onsite)
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication) – must pass facility’s advanced dysrhythmia exam with two attempts allowed.
• ENPC (Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course) – PALS accepted in lieu for ER roles.
• Certification renewals must be planned if expiring during contract.

Required Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in the state of Kentucky.
• Minimum 1 year ICU experience.
• IR PACU experience with Phase 1 recovery.
• Experience with pediatric patient care.
• Must pass background checks and verifications as required.
• Must complete required competency exams and skills checklists annually.
• Must have current physical exam and health documents (including immunizations and TB testing).
• Drug screening within 1 year of start, updated annually.
• Must complete required facility-specific documents and policies prior to start.

Background Checks & Verifications

• Criminal background checks covering all locations lived/worked in last 7 years.
• National Sex Offender Search.
• Education verification or signed official transcript.
• Employment verification for last 7 years.
• Two supervisor references verified within 6 months of start.
• EPLS/GSA/SAM and HHS/OIG checks updated annually.

Health & Immunization Requirements

• Physical exam within 1 year, signed by MD, NP, or PA.
• Fit mask test within 1 year, updated annually.
• Immunizations or titers for:

  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (within 10 years)
  • TB test (PPD or equivalent) within 1 year, with chest x-ray if positive history.
  • Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR) immunity or boosters.
  • Hepatitis B immunity or declination.
  • Varicella immunity or booster.
  • Seasonal flu vaccination or approved exemption.
  • COVID vaccination series or approved exemption (booster preferred but not required).
• Drug testing within 1 year, updated annually.

Competency Exams & Skills

• Medication/Pharmacology competency exam (pediatric-specific if applicable).
• Color blindness test.
• Unit-specific competency exams (multiple may be required).
• Conscious sedation competency exam (if applicable).
• RN math ability competency exam.
• Annual core competency parts I, II, and III.
• Skills checklists updated annually.

Additional Notes

• Must be willing to complete PALS certification prior to start if not currently held.
• Must pass facility’s advanced dysrhythmia exam with a maximum of two attempts.
• Facility requires strict adherence to background checks, health screenings, and competency validations.
• This is a travel contract position; local candidates within 100 miles are not eligible.

This opportunity is ideal for experienced ICU RNs with IR PACU and pediatric care experience seeking a travel assignment with rotating shifts and specialized certification requirements.