Travel Nurse RN - Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care - $1,731 per week in Frankfort, KY

Registered Nurse (RN) | Intensive Care Unit (ICU) / Critical Care
Location: Frankfort, KY
Agency: Cynet Health
Pay: $1,731 per week
Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Start Date: 11/9/2026

About the Position

Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: RN Specialty: ICU Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 19:00-07:00 Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum 2 years in a hospital setting required License: Active nursing license in good standing (with compact if indicated) Certifications: BLS required, ACLS required, current NIH certification required annually Must-Have: 2 years of ICU experience CPap and BiPap management Port access Therapeutic phlebotomy Description: Two years of experience in a hospital setting is required. Must have an active nursing license in good standing. BLS and ACLS certifications are required. Current NIH certification must be obtained annually. The unit has a total of 10 beds. Patient ratios are 2:1 or 3:1. Clinical Nurse Coordinators, RNs, PCTs, and Nurse Externs are part of the staffing. The unit is equipped with Philips Telemetry, Baxter pumps, iMobile, vents, and glucometers. The documentation system used is Meditech Expanse. Scheduling requires working every other weekend with three 12-hour shifts. Floating to PCU, 3rd floor, or ED may be required. Preference given to candidates with experience in chest tubes, NG tubes, wound vacs, drains, post-dialysis assessments, central lines, blood transfusions, and ventilators. Procedures performed on the unit include telemetry monitoring, paracentesis (physician led), BiPap, and therapeutic phlebotomy. The unit is fully supported by a director, manager, and a clinical educator. There is excellent interdisciplinary communication and collaboration with all providers. Teamwork is celebrated, and staff recognition occurs bi-weekly for exceptional performance. The unit fosters a positive work environment with several travelers extending contracts due to the excellent teamwork and staff. GroupMe is utilized for communication, questions, and celebrating accomplishments within the team.

Requirements

Required for Onboarding

• ACLS
• BLS
• PALS - AHA
• Pharmacology
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam