PCU/Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - PCU/MS Unit

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

Job Description

• Work on a combined Progressive Care Unit (PCU) and Medical-Surgical (MS) unit with floating between the two.
• Emphasis on neuro patients with occasional overflow patients.
• Nurse-to-patient ratio ranges from 1:3 to 1:5 depending on acuity.
• Must be trained on Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) for monitoring and interviewing epilepsy patients.
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system required.

Required Certifications

• BLS (Basic Life Support) - AHA only, RQI accepted.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) - AHA only, RQI accepted.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) Certification.
• Additional certifications may be required depending on unit specifics (e.g., PALS, ENPC, NRP, CHEMO, TNCC, EFM, CPI).
• Pass/Fail Testing (EKG/Medication) required for PCU/Stepdown and other critical care units.
• Annual competency exams and medication/pharmacology competency tests required.
• Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Blue Card (can be completed onsite).

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Kentucky.
• Minimum of 1 year of recent experience working in a Progressive Care Unit (PCU).
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN).
• Current ACLS certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association.
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification.
• Training on Epilepsy Monitoring Unit (EMU) for monitoring and interviewing epilepsy patients.
• Experience with Epic electronic health record system.

Experience Requirements

• Specialty: Registered Nurse
• Years of experience: Minimum 1 year of recent PCU experience.
• Prior travel experience: Not required.

Additional Requirements

• Must complete all required competency exams and skills checklists annually.
• Must pass facility-specific EKG exam with a minimum score of 80%.
• Two supervisor references required, verified within 6 months of start.
• Employment history verification for the past 7 years required.
• Must comply with facility-specific policies including confidentiality, acceptable use, and electronic communications.

Notes

• Local travelers within 100 miles are not accepted for this assignment.
• Renewal plans must be in place for any certifications or licenses expiring during the contract.
• Candidates must be prepared to float between PCU and MS units as needed.

This position offers an opportunity to work in a specialized neuro-focused PCU/MS environment with a reputable healthcare system in Kentucky.