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Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Paducah, Kentucky
Baptist Health Paducah

$2,366-2,947/week

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Certification details

BLS - Basic Life Support
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (required for the Operating Room specialty)
State License Verification

Job details

2 Years experience required and travel experience required.
Block schedule. 1 RTO allowed per contract.
On Call every 4 weeks, nights and weekend only.
Circulate. General OR (other preferred experience depending on cases could include ENT, Gyn, Neuro, Ortho, Spine, Plastics, Robotics, Urology, Vascular).
Epic required.
Scrubs provided.

Job requirements

2 Years experience required in a surgical setting.
Previous travel experience is a must.
Ability to circulate in a variety of surgical procedures is essential.
Proficiency with Epic EHR system is necessary.

Schedule information

Block schedule availability.
One Requested Time Off (RTO) allowed per contract.
On-call duties every fourth week, during nights and weekends only.

Unit specific information

General Operating Room exposure.
Experience in various surgical procedures such as ENT, Gyn, Neuro, Ortho, Spine, Plastics, Robotics, Urology, Vascular is preferred.

Additional Details

If driving is a major function of the job, current Driver’s License is required.
Badge Photo must be provided before the start date.

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Short Term Acute Care
190 beds
Epic Systems Corporation

ADDRESS2501 Kentucky AvePaducah, KY 42003

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About Paducah, KY

As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Paducah, KY here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

Paducah's cost of living is 16% lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.

Weather

In summer, average highs are around 89°F and lows are around 69°F.
In winter, average highs are around 45°F and lows are around 26°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals are relatively easy to find in Paducah, with options ranging from apartments to single-family homes.

Transportation

Paducah is car-friendly with easy access to parking.
Public transportation options are limited.

Demographics

The population in Paducah is diverse with a mix of age groups.
Common health issues include heart disease, obesity, and diabetes.
There is a small but active community of travel nurses in the area.

Things to Do

Paducah offers a variety of restaurants featuring Southern cuisine, as well as art galleries, live music venues, and local sports events.
Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy activities like hiking, boating, and fishing along the Ohio River.

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