Travel Nurse RN - Intermediate Care in Henderson, KY

Key Responsibilities Provide direct patient care in a Step Down / PCU setting, managing a diverse patient population including sepsis, CHF, COPD, DKA, cirrhosis, dementia, and surgical cases (urology, abdominal, ortho). Preferred Experience / Skills Experience with PIV insertion, chest tube and indwelling drain management, CBI, continuous BiPap, and blood product administration.

Job Title

Registered Nurse – Step Down Unit

Location

Henderson, KY

Schedule / Job Type

Contract | 13 Weeks | Full-Time | 12-Hour Night Shifts | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in a Step Down / PCU setting, managing a diverse patient population including sepsis, CHF, COPD, DKA, cirrhosis, dementia, and surgical cases (urology, abdominal, ortho)
• Initiate, titrate, and monitor drips including insulin, heparin, and cardiac drips
• Perform telemetry interpretation and pass required tele competency assessments
• Float within skillset as needed, including potential cross-campus float with a minimum of 2 hours notice
• Adhere to every third weekend and every other holiday rotation requirements
• May be required to precept nursing students and new hires as this is a teaching facility

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of RN experience, including at least 1 year of Step Down / PCU experience
• At least 1 prior travel nursing assignment required
• Current active compact RN license
• AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, and NIHSS certifications required
• Recent Epic EMR experience required
• Demonstrated ability to interpret telemetry and manage drips (insulin, heparin, cardiac)

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Experience with PIV insertion, chest tube and indwelling drain management, CBI, continuous BiPap, and blood product administration
• Familiarity with stable home vents, stable drips (Lasix, Protonix), and neutropenic precautions
• Strong assessment and critical thinking skills with the ability to adapt to change in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative, team-oriented attitude with excellent interpersonal skills

Why Join Us

• Join a smaller, close-knit facility known for excellent team cohesion and a seasoned, experienced nursing staff
• Guaranteed hours of 36 per week with the option to work 48-hour contracts upon request