Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical in Lexington, KY

Actively participate in unit-based quality improvement activities including patient satisfaction, fall prevention, pressure ulcer prevention, CAUTI reduction, and documentation auditing. Perform and document comprehensive patient assessments, incorporating culture, age, developmental level, risk factors, and presenting complaint in accordance with RN scope of practice and hospital policies.

TravelNurseSource is working with Malone Healthcare to find a qualified Med/Surg RN in Lexington, Kentucky, 40502!

Job ID: 905230
Job Title

Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical / Telemetry
Location

Lexington, KY
Schedule / Job Type

Contract | Onsite
Key Responsibilities

• Perform and document comprehensive patient assessments, incorporating culture, age, developmental level, risk factors, and presenting complaint in accordance with RN scope of practice and hospital policies.
• Develop and prioritize individualized patient problem lists and care plans in coordination with the inter-professional team, patient, and family.
• Implement patient care therapies and procedures with clinical autonomy within scope of practice; recognize, respond to, and communicate changes in patient condition appropriately.
• Delegate tasks appropriately and monitor accuracy and completeness of delegated care provided by other team members.
• Facilitate patient discharge processes, including timely execution of discharge orders, discharge teaching, and coordination with Case Management.
• Actively participate in unit-based quality improvement activities including patient satisfaction, fall prevention, pressure ulcer prevention, CAUTI reduction, and documentation auditing.

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Kentucky.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN).
• Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with all members of the care team.
• Proficiency with or ability to be trained on relevant computer systems and applications.
• Ability to assess age-specific patient safety issues and implement appropriate safety measures.

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Previous clinical nursing experience in a Med/Surg or Telemetry setting.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

Why Join Us

• Work in a patient-centered environment that values nursing excellence, evidence-based practice, and a holistic approach to care.
• Opportunity to collaborate across disciplines and contribute meaningfully to unit-based quality improvement initiatives.