Job Description:

This 14-week travel assignment is for a Registered Nurse supporting a stroke-focused Progressive Care Unit. You will care for patients requiring close monitoring and progressive care, with opportunities to float to other progressive care units when needed. The schedule includes three 12-hour night shifts each week, from 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., along with weekend and holiday coverage. Progressive care, medical-surgical acute care, telemetry, EKG, BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS experience are required; ICU and neuro/stroke experience are valuable additions. Weekend coverage is planned throughout the assignment, so flexibility is essential for this night-shift role.

Weather:

Lexington typically offers cool, crisp conditions with changing leaves, comfortable daytime temperatures, chilly evenings, and occasional rain. Pack layers and a light waterproof jacket for exploring the area between shifts.

Fun Things To Do:

• Horse farm tour: Explore Lexington’s renowned horse country and scenic rural roads.

• Local bourbon experience: Visit a nearby distillery or enjoy a tasting in the region.

• Outdoor escape: Walk the trails and enjoy the parks, gardens, and green spaces around Lexington.

• Day trip to Louisville: Discover museums, restaurants, and waterfront attractions in Kentucky’s largest city.

• Day trip to Cincinnati: Spend a day exploring riverfront views, cultural attractions, and dining across the state line.

Job Specifics:

City and State: Lexington, Kentucky
Shift: 12-hour nights, 7:00 p.m.–7:30 a.m., three shifts per week
Duration: 36 hours per week for 14 weeks

• 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