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Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Assignment Location: Pikeville Medical Center, Pikeville, Kentucky Position Type: Travel Contract Experience Required: Minimum 2 years of nursing experience; 5 years preferred
Pikeville Medical Center is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to provide professional, patient-centered nursing care in accordance with established clinical standards, policies, and procedures. The RN will utilize the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care while ensuring patient safety, quality outcomes, and effective collaboration with the multidisciplinary healthcare team.
The ideal candidate must have prior travel nursing experience, strong clinical assessment skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Key Responsibilities Provide direct patient care and evaluate patient outcomes, adjusting care plans as needed. Perform comprehensive head-to-toe assessments and reassessments in accordance with departmental policies.
Monitor hemodynamic status, physiological functioning, and changes in patient condition. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient histories, assessments, treatments, and responses to care. Develop, implement, and update individualized patient care plans in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, treatments, medications, and ongoing care needs. Maintain patient confidentiality, dignity, and respect while advocating for patients' physical, emotional, cultural, and spiritual needs. Supervise and coordinate the activities of healthcare staff involved in patient care.
Assist physicians with procedures and respond promptly to changes in patient acuity or workload. Participate in quality improvement initiatives, patient safety programs, and departmental performance improvement activities. Serve as a role model and team leader while assisting with the orientation and training of new employees.
Ensure proper operation of patient care equipment, maintain adequate supplies, and support cost-effective resource utilization. Assist with patient transportation and housekeeping duties when required. Comply with infection control standards, safety protocols, dress code requirements, and all medical center policies.
Maintain professional competency through continuing education, training, and departmental meetings. Perform other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred. Active Registered Nurse (RN) license required. Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience; 5 years preferred.
Previous travel nursing experience required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) competency/certification required. EKG competency/certification required. Preferred Candidate Profile Strong clinical assessment, critical-thinking, and decision-making skills.
Ability to recognize changes in patient condition and respond appropriately. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to function independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced clinical setting.
Strong organizational skills, adaptability, and ability to manage competing priorities. Commitment to patient safety, quality care, and professional nursing standards. Note: Candidates must meet all education, licensure, certification, and travel experience requirements before submission.
Specific unit assignment, shift, contract duration, and guaranteed hours should be confirmed with the facility. Condense the responsibilities sectionAdd submission-ready candidate requirements
About the role
Pikeville Medical Center is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to provide professional, patient-centered nursing care in accordance with established clinical standards, policies, and procedures.