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GHR Healthcare - Travel lists this Travel Medical Surgical / Telemetry RN - $2,016 per week opportunity in pikeville, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
GHR Healthcare - Travel is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Pikeville, Kentucky. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry Discipline: RN Start Date: ASAP Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Med-Surg/Telemetry Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Contract in Pikeville, Kentucky Explore Kentucky travel nursing jobs as a Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse in Pikeville. Join a dedicated inpatient team, care for diverse adult patients in a Level II Trauma Center, and strengthen your telemetry and acute-care expertise in scenic Appalachia. Travel Nursing Job Details Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,800–$1,890 Location: Pikeville, Kentucky Assignment Type: Travel Registered Nurse contract Contract Duration: 8 weeks Start Date: October 12, 2026 Shift Duration: 12-hour night shifts, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM Guaranteed Hours: 48 hours per week, excluding applicable orientation and facility-closure exceptions Scheduling: No blocked scheduling; every other weekend and holiday rotation required Work Setting: On-site inpatient care with floating across Medical-Surgical and Telemetry units Patient Assignment: Approximately 1:6 nurse-to-patient ratio Medical-Surgical/Telemetry RN Requirements Active Kentucky or Compact Registered Nurse license At least 1 year of recent Registered Nurse experience in Medical-Surgical and Telemetry nursing Level I or Level II Trauma Center experience required Associate degree or nursing certificate Current AHA BLS, AHA ACLS, and NIHSS certifications Demonstrated ability to read and interpret telemetry strips Successful completion of an EKG examination during the compliance process Care-view or Epic charting experience preferred; on-site training may be available Adaptable, dependable, resilient, and collaborative approach to patient care Travel RN Responsibilities Provide comprehensive nursing care to adult patients on Medical-Surgical and Telemetry units Monitor cardiac rhythms, recognize changes, and promptly communicate clinical concerns Assess patients, administer medications, perform treatments, and evaluate responses to care Float throughout inpatient areas based on operational needs and provide support with patient-care activities as assigned Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, therapists, and fellow nurses to coordinate individualized care Support a safe, respectful, and efficient care environment during nights, weekends, and holidays Apply now to join this Medical-Surgical/Telemetry travel nursing team in Pikeville, Kentucky. Benefits 401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. GHR Healthcare - Travel Job ID . 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: Med/Surg Tele About GHR Healthcare - Travel For over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has been the bridge between healthcare professionals and the facilities that need them nationwide. We're committed to uncovering your ideal fit, supported by GHR's dedication to competitive compensation, transparent communication, and a devoted team that genuinely cares about your career journey. You can trust us to stand by your side as your advocate, confidante, and partner in advancing your career. At GHR, care and consideration are at the heart of everything we do. Visit ghrhealthcare.com to learn more.5c143e31-5e -b d
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pikeville, KY, 41501, US
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