Travel Nurse RN - Medical Intensive Care Unit - $2,160 per week in Lexington, KY

Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Lexington
Posted on: January 31, 2026

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical Intensive Care Unit Location: Lexington, KY Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,160 per week Shift Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 14 Weeks Start Date: 3/10/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified MICU RN in Lexington, Kentucky, 40536! Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing Specialty: Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Duration: 14 weeks Shift: Night Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: Minimum 2 years in ICU/Tele with medical/surgical trauma/critical patients License: KY or Compact License required Certifications: BLS, ACLS, NIHSS required Must-Have: Level One Trauma Experience Teaching Hospital Experience Ability to work a minimum of 6 weekend shifts per schedule period Description: This position requires Level One trauma experience. Candidates must possess at least two years of ICU/Tele experience with medical/surgical trauma and critical patients. Experience in a teaching hospital is essential. BLS, ACLS, and NIHSS certifications are required. A current KY or Compact license must be available for verification. All licenses and certifications must be obtained before starting the position. Candidates will be required to work a minimum of 6 weekend shifts during each schedule period. For the first two weeks on assignment, only single days off may be requested. After the first two weeks, longer time off can be requested. Requests for time off (RTO) must be submitted at the time of application and will not be accepted once the assignment has commenced. Travelers must be able to adhere to their full schedule without any conflicts. No requests for holiday time off will be accepted. Candidates must float within the facility or to nearby affiliate facilities as needed. Knowledge in trauma-level I procedures is mandatory. Patient ratios during shifts are typically 2 patients per nurse. Diverse patient conditions include sepsis, GI bleed, DKA, multi-system organ failure, and respiratory failure. Floating may involve traveling to specific departments for patient care when necessary. Candidates must have experience with critical care procedures and equipment management. Rehire eligibility will be assessed prior to the assignment. Compliance with mandatory credentials is essential for all applicants. Candidates with a history of licensing issues will not be considered. Safety protocols and infection prevention measures must be strictly followed. This role demands a collaborative approach with interdisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient outcomes. Effective communication and attentive patient care are vital components of this position. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing Advocating for patients from diverse backgrounds and with different healthcare needs refines your patient advocacy skills, making you a more effective advocate in various healthcare settings. Develop strong problem-solving skills and self-reliance as you navigate new environments independently. This independence is not only professionally empowering but also personally fulfilling. Exposure to a variety of cases and healthcare environments improves your clinical judgment and decision-making skills. This can be particularly valuable in high-pressure situations. Travel nurses often play crucial roles in responding to healthcare crises or natural disasters. Contributing during critical times allows you to make a meaningful impact on communities in need. Working with diverse teams in various settings enhances your communication skills. You learn to effectively communicate with colleagues, patients, and families from different backgrounds. Requirements Required for Onboarding BLS 29269055EXPTEMP

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