Travel CCU RN - $1,896 per week

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN CCU - Coronary Care for a travel nursing job in Lexington, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: CCU - Coronary Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/30/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

ICU Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated ICU Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality care to patients in a Medical/Surgical Intensive Care Unit (CCU) and will be responsible for managing complex patient needs.

Shift Information

• Shift Type: Nights
• Shift Length: 12 hours
• Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
• Schedule: Self-scheduling available
• Weekend Requirements: 6 weekends per schedule period
• Holiday Requirements: 3 winter holidays

Unit Information

• Unit: CCU (Cardiac Care Unit)
• Unit Type: ICU (Intensive Care Unit)
• Number of Beds: 12
• Nurse to Patient Ratios: 1:2
• Experience Required: Minimum of 2 years in an ICU setting
• Patient Population: Medical/Surgical ICU

Key Responsibilities

• Administer and titrate medications and intravenous drips, including sedation and cardiac medications.
• Monitor and assess patient conditions, providing necessary interventions and support.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including in-house hospitalists and intensivists available 24/7.
• Utilize telemetry systems and read cardiac strips to assist in patient care.

Required Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (American Heart Association)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification

Support Staff and Equipment

• Respiratory Therapy (RT) staff available on the same floor 24/7
• Respiratory Equipment: Vents, BiPap; nurses may troubleshoot equipment when RT is not present

Orientation

New hires will undergo 3 shifts of unit-specific orientation to ensure a smooth transition into the role.

Additional Information

• Floating to other units may be required.
• Scrub Color/Dress Code: Royal Blue

Thrive Staffing Job ID #19492186. 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: RN:ICU,19:00:00-07:00:00

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