Travel Nurse RN - Acute Care - $2,218 per week

GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Acute Care for a travel nursing job in Somerset, Kentucky. Job Description & Requirements Specialty: Acute Care Discipline: RN Start Date: 09/21/2026 Duration: 13 weeks 36 hours per week Shift: 12 hours Employment Type: Travel Travel Acute Care RN – Special Care Nursery Job in Somerset, KY Travel Registered Nurse opportunity in Somerset, Kentucky (ZIP 42503): join a supportive acute care team in a special care nursery and provide compassionate neonatal care for vulnerable newborns. Somerset offers a welcoming community setting in south-central Kentucky, making it an appealing location for travel nurses seeking meaningful clinical experience and a positive local atmosphere. If you’re looking for travel nursing jobs in Kentucky that offer hands-on experience, strong clinical collaboration, and the chance to make a meaningful impact, this 13-week assignment is an excellent fit. Job Details Location: Somerset, KY 42503 Setting: Acute care special care nursery Employment Type: Travel RN assignment Schedule: 12-hour day shifts Weekly Hours: 36 guaranteed hours per week Shift Coverage: 2 weekend shifts per month Assignment Length: 13 weeks Weekly Estimated Pay: $1,980 - $2,080 Start Date: September 21, 2026 RN Job Requirements Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Level II nursery or higher Current Registered Nurse (RN) license Required certifications: NRP, STABLE, and BLS Experience providing neonatal care for full-term, early-term, and pre-term infants Ability to support Mother/Baby postpartum float assignments as needed Comfort working in a Meditech/GE Centricity environment preferred Strong teamwork, communication, and critical-thinking skills Responsibilities Provide compassionate, high-quality nursing care in a special care nursery environment Support infants requiring treatment for NAS/NOWS, TTN, IV antibiotics, bubble CPAP, and OG/NG feeds Monitor patient status and maintain safe, accurate clinical documentation Participate in deliveries and be prepared to initiate and run NRP resuscitation when needed Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and the clinical team to support excellent neonatal outcomes Maintain a clean, organized, and professional patient care environment Follow facility protocols, safety standards, and best practices in acute care nursing Apply now to take the next step in your travel RN career and join a dedicated healthcare team in Somerset, 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 Job ID 510199. 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: Acute About GHR Healthcare 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.