Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $2,671 per week in Pikeville, KY

Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical-Surgical
Location: Pikeville, KY
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $2,671 per week
Shift Information: Days - 4 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 8 Weeks
Start Date: 11/16/2026

About the Position

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Medical Nursing Duration: 8 weeks Shift: 4x12 Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: 2 years required, 5 years preferred License: RN license required Certifications: CPR, BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, EKG required Must-Have: Travel experience required Description: Provides professional nursing care to assigned patients utilizing the nursing process within established standards and practices. Assesses and reassesses young adult, adult, and elderly patients. Applies the nursing process for cardiac monitoring and intervention. Manages sedation and pain for patients as needed. Performs chest tube care and insertion. Administers medications according to protocols. Provides pre and post cardiac catheterization care. Administers TPN/PPN and KODA access. Manages central lines and COBRA. Handles specialized IV drips and titration. Performs IV therapy and IVADD. Conducts waive testing and transfusion therapy. Maintains accurate and continued nursing documentation including patient histories and conditions. Treats patients and families with respect and dignity. Maintains patient confidentiality and addresses psychosocial needs. Functions as patient advocate, considering cultural, ethnic, and religious needs. Demonstrates knowledge of growth and development principles across the lifespan. Interacts professionally with patients and families. Involves patients and families in forming an individualized care plan. Updates and revises care plans as necessary. Formulates teaching plans based on identified learning needs. Evaluates the effectiveness of teaching and includes family as needed. Supervises other healthcare staff involved in patient care. Allocates and monitors the work of others in patient care. Assists physicians with procedures as required. Responds promptly to changes in workload to achieve optimal productivity. Participates in performance improvement activities to improve patient outcomes. Functions as a preceptor to orient new employees. Engages in professional growth and development through educational programs. Maintains the operation of patient care equipment and ensures adequate supplies. Demonstrates flexibility and the ability to function under stress. Meets all departmental specific competencies. Performs housekeeping duties when required. Assists with the transportation of patients as needed. Adheres to dress code and safety policies. Performs other related duties as assigned. Serves as a team leader and role model for other staff members.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• ACLS
• BLS
• Pharmacology
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam