Travel Contract

Med Surg/Tele RN
Lexington, Kentucky
Baptist Healthcare System, Inc. - 1700 Nicholasville Road

$2,146/week
Posted 21 hours ago
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RN MedSurg/Tele

Overview

  • Role: RN MedSurg/Tele
  • Location: Lexington, Kentucky
  • Contract length: 13 weeks
  • Schedule: 3 nights per week, 12-hour shifts, 7p-7a
  • Unit: 6B med surg/tele

Required Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in Kentucky.
  • Med Surg / Telemetry experience within the last year.
  • 1 year of Med Surg / Telemetry experience.
  • BLS.
  • Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous nursing experience.
  • BSN

Job Highlights

  • Direct patient care on the unit, including rounds, assessments, treatments, admissions, transfers, discharges, education, and care coordination.
  • Responsibilities include comprehensive assessment, ongoing reassessment, delegation, discharge teaching, and participation in quality improvement activities.

About Lexington, KY

As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Lexington, KY here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • The cost of living in Lexington is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.
Weather
  • In the summer, average highs are around 86°F, and average lows are around 66°F.
  • In the winter, average highs are around 42°F, and average lows are around 25°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short-term rentals and furnished housing options are available in Lexington.
  • They are relatively easy to find, especially in popular areas for travel nurses.
Transportation
  • Lexington is car-friendly, with easy navigation and ample parking.
  • Public transportation options include buses, which provide convenient access to different parts of the city.
Demographics
  • Lexington is a diverse city with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies due to the abundance of grass and tree pollen.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in Lexington, providing a supportive community for those in the healthcare field.
Things to Do
  • There are plenty of restaurants offering diverse cuisines, and the city has a thriving arts and music scene.
  • Sports enthusiasts can enjoy college basketball and horse racing.
  • Outdoor activities include hiking in the nearby Red River Gorge and exploring the Kentucky Horse Park.
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