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Travel RN Opportunity - Frankfort, Kentucky

Position Details

Specialty: Registered Nurse (RN)
Location: Frankfort, Kentucky
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Experience & Licensure Requirements

Required Specialty Experience: Minimum 2 years ICU experience in a hospital setting
Licenses: Must have an active Kentucky or Compact nursing license at submission
Certifications:
- BLS (Basic Life Support) required
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) required
- NIH Certification (must be certified annually)

Unit Information

Unit: 650, Main Building
Number of Beds: 10
Patient Ratios: 2:1 and 3:1
Staffing: Clinical Nurse Coordinators (CNC), RNs, Patient Care Technicians (PCTs), Nurse Externs
Equipment: Philips Telemetry, Baxter pumps, iMobile, ventilators, glucometer
Documentation System: Meditech Expanse
Scheduling: Every other weekend, three 12-hour shifts
Floating Policy: May float to PCU, 3rd floor, or Emergency Department (ED)

Skills & Procedures

Requested Skills:
- CPap and BiPap management
- Port access
- Therapeutic phlebotomy
Advanced Skills Preferred:
- Chest tubes
- NG tubes
- Wound vac
- Drains
- Post-dialysis assessment
- Central lines
- Blood transfusion
- Ventilator management
Procedures Performed on Unit:
- Telemetry monitoring
- Paracentesis (physician-led)
- BiPap
- Therapeutic phlebotomy

Work Environment & Culture

Dress Code: Navy or gray scrubs
Communication: Utilizes GroupMe for team communication and celebrations
Team: Unit includes several travelers who have extended contracts due to excellent teamwork and supportive staff
Support: Fully supported by a director, manager, and clinical educator
Collaboration: Strong interdisciplinary communication and collaboration with all providers
Recognition:
- Daisy Award nominations
- Staff and hospital celebrations
- Bi-weekly unit prizes for exceptional teamwork and patient care

This position is ideal for experienced ICU RNs looking for a supportive and well-equipped unit with a collaborative team environment.

Facility

Frankfort Regional Medical Center

3.2rating(13 reviews)

2 nurses recommend working with Frankfort Regional Medical Center

5.0rating

Pros

Great team work. Traveler friendly. Schedule flexibility

Cons

Not much OT

Tiffany B

Float (CNA)

Jun '23

Review of Frankfort Regional Medical Center on Feb 1, 2026

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Short Term Acute Care
123 beds

ADDRESS299 Kings Daughters DriveFrankfort, KY 40601

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About Frankfort, KY

As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Frankfort, KY here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Frankfort is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs range from 85°F to 90°F, while winter lows range from 22°F to 27°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are available in Frankfort, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially through local rental agencies and online platforms.

Transportation

Frankfort is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
Public transportation options are limited, and most residents rely on private vehicles for getting around.

Demographics

Frankfort has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
There is a growing population of travel nurses due to the presence of healthcare facilities in the area.

Things to Do

The city offers a variety of restaurants, antique shops, independent bookstores, and public art.
History enthusiasts can explore the Thomas D.
Clark Center for Kentucky History and the Liberty Hall Historic Site.
Outdoor activities include visiting parks like Cove Springs Park and the Salato Wildlife Education Center.

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