Job Description:

Join a specialized acute progressive care unit as a registered nurse, focusing on managing heavy trauma and GI post-operative patients. You'll be working 12-hour night shifts, providing critical care with a focus on trauma and surgical recovery. This role involves handling complex cases such as abdominal surgeries, trachs, and advanced wound management including wound vacs, surgical drains, and ostomies. Experience with TPN, lipids, and various vascular access devices like ports and PICCs is essential. If you have Level 1 trauma experience or are a first-time traveler with trauma expertise, this assignment offers a rewarding opportunity to apply your skills in a fast-paced, high-acuity environment. Expect to be immersed in a setting where your clinical judgment and hands-on skills directly impact patient outcomes.

Weather:

The weather around this time of year tends to be mild with warm days and cooler evenings. It's generally a pleasant climate, perfect for outdoor activities and exploring the local surroundings without the extremes of heat or cold.

Fun Things To Do:

• Kentucky Horse Park: Tour the famous horse farm and enjoy equestrian events.
• Red River Gorge: Take a day trip to experience stunning natural rock formations and hiking trails.
• Bluegrass Music Trail: Explore local live music venues and enjoy authentic bluegrass sessions.
• Mammoth Cave National Park: Embark on a subterranean adventure through the world's longest cave system.
• Lexington Art Walk: Discover local galleries, street art, and cultural exhibits downtown.

Job Specifics:

Location: Lexington, Kentucky
Shift: 12-hour nights (19:00 - 07:30)
Duration: 14 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits including life insurance, accident, etc.
• Referral Program
• Housing Options
• Continuing Education Program
• 401(k)
• License and Certificate Reimbursement
• Paid Bereavement Leave