Travel Nurse RN - Progressive Care Unit - $2,232 per week in Lexington, KY
Company: TravelNurseSource
Location: Lexington
Posted on: March 29, 2026
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Job Description:
Registered Nurse (RN) | Progressive Care Unit Location:
Lexington, KY Agency: Cynet Health Pay: $2,232 per week Shift
Information: Nights - 3 days x 12 hours Contract Duration: 14 Weeks
Start Date: 5/5/2026 About the Position TravelNurseSource is
working with Cynet Health to find a qualified PCU RN in Lexington,
Kentucky, 40536! Job Title: Registered Nurse Profession: Nursing
Specialty: Progressive Care Unit Duration: 14 weeks Shift: Night
Hours per Shift: 12 hours Experience: 2 years in specialty required
License: Compact or state license required Certifications: BLS,
ACLS, NIHSS required Must-Have: - Experience with telemetry -
Ability to interpret and manage dysrhythmias - Knowledge of
pre/post neurosurgery care - Experience with seizure disorders -
Training in epilepsy monitoring Description: Combined PCU and MS
unit. Will be expected to float between the two units. Emphasis is
on neuro patients, but overflow patients will also be cared for.
Patient-to-nurse ratio is 1:3-5, depending upon acuity. Experience
with electronic medical record systems required. Candidates should
be trained in monitoring and interviewing for epilepsy patients.
Daily census will typically be around 19 patients. Unit supports
interdisciplinary care, including physical therapy, respiratory
services, and social services. Ability to care for a variety of
patient diagnoses is necessary. Compliance requirements include
BLS, ACLS, EKG onboarding exam, NIHSS, math exam, and pharmacology
exam. The staff may float between various hospital units or
affiliate hospitals. Previously worked candidates should be noted
for rehire eligibility. 5 Benefits of Travel Nursing 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. Each
assignment introduces you to new colleagues, mentors, and
professionals in the healthcare industry. Building a diverse
professional network can open doors to future career opportunities
and collaborations. Facing new challenges regularly builds
resilience. Travel nurses often become more adaptable, resilient,
and confident in their abilities to handle unforeseen
circumstances. In times of public health crises, travel nurses
often play essential roles in vaccination campaigns, disease
control efforts, and other initiatives that contribute to the
well-being of communities. Step out of your comfort zone and face
new challenges, fostering personal resilience and adaptability.
Travel nursing becomes a transformative journey that shapes not
only your career but also your character. Requirements Required for
Onboarding ACLS BLS Pharmacology Skills Checklist Specialty Exam
29560858EXPTEMP
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