| Location | Lexington, KY |
Integrated Healthcare Services is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Lexington, Kentucky.
Job Title: RN-Intensive Care Unit
Location: Lexington, KY
Job Summary:
The Registered Nurse (RN) implements professional nursing practice centered on the patient as a whole person, creating a caring environment focused on healing and wellness. Nursing practices are evidence-based and aligned with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and professional guidelines. The RN coordinates and provides direct patient care, including assessments, treatments, admissions, transfers, discharges, patient education, and individualized treatment planning. Clinical decision-making incorporates the nursing process, critical thinking, and creativity to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Required Qualifications:
- Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the applicable state
- BLS, ACLS
- ADN or ASN
- CVICU experience and experience with recovering open heart positions
- Effective communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to assess age-specific patient safety issues and implement appropriate safety measures
- Knowledge of computer systems and applications or ability to be trained
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous nursing experience
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Additional Information:
- The RN is expected to actively participate in quality improvement activities, including patient satisfaction, fall prevention, pressure ulcer prevention, and documentation audits.
- The role requires a holistic perspective regarding patient care and a commitment to promoting a positive and healing environment.
Integrated Healthcare Services Job ID #37698180. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN-Intensive Care Unit