MS / Tele

Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical/Telemetry

Location: Lexington, KY

Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (3 x 12-hour shifts; weekends and holidays as needed)

Duration: 13 weeks

Start Date: October 5, 2026

About the Role

You will provide comprehensive nursing care on a medical-surgical/telemetry unit serving adult patients with a wide range of acute and chronic conditions, including cardiac, surgical, respiratory, and diabetes-related diagnoses. This role offers clinical autonomy within your scope of practice and the opportunity to work as part of a collaborative interdisciplinary team focused on patient-centered healing.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform continuous cardiac monitoring with arrhythmia recognition and EKG interpretation
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, identify risk factors, and develop individualized care plans
• Administer medications and treatments, including cardiac drips, per physician orders
• Manage pre- and post-operative patients, including wound care and pain management
• Monitor vital signs and respond promptly to changes in patient condition
• Educate patients and families on diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, and discharge instructions
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, case managers, and the care team on discharge planning
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in the electronic health record
• Adhere to infection control and fall prevention protocols
• Typically manage 4–6 patients per shift, depending on acuity

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted RN license in Kentucky (or compact license as applicable)
• ADN or ASN (BSN preferred)
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications
• 1+ years of medical-surgical or telemetry nursing experience
• Demonstrated telemetry/EKG interpretation competency
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and collaborative skills
• Ability to assess and manage age-specific patient safety needs

This is a fast-paced environment where your clinical expertise and patient advocacy make a direct difference.