Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Hazard, Kentucky
Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center

$2,045-2,140/week
Posted 1 hour ago  Verified
Start a conversation with the opportunity where you're most likely to be placed

Common job information

    Certification details
  • BLS
  • ACLS (as specified)
  • NIH Stroke Scale (as required for this role)
  • State licensure as required
    Job details
  • RN Telemetry I position at Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center, part of the Appalachian Regional Healthcare system in Kentucky. MS/ TELE Unit- Short stays- RN will have all MS/ TELE & observation patients. RN/ PT ratio- 1:6 or 1:7. BLS, ACLS, NIH required. Holiday policy in effect for all RTO. Floating is required during low census. Facilities work a Schedule of 36/48 for the two-week pay period. Ratios can fluctuate with census, call-in, etc. Orientation is bi-weekly. Start date on job is start date needed. Resource must reside 100 miles from facility to be considered. Assignment confirmation needs to be loaded within 24 hrs. of accepting offer.
    Job requirements
  • RN with MS/TELE & observation experience. All RNs, Respiratory Therapists, and CT Tech require BLS. ACLS required for all RNs except Psych and True Med/Surg units. NIH Certification required for RN specialties. Must have current Kentucky or compact licensure. Minimum of 2+ years of experience dependent on specialty.
    Schedule information
  • 36/48-hour schedule over a two week pay period, with the requirement to float during low census. Orientation provided on a bi-weekly basis.
    Unit specific information
  • MS/TELE Unit with a ratio of 1:6 or 1:7 patients to nurse.
    Additional Details
  • Resource must live 100 miles from the facility. Acceptance confirmation required within 24 hours.
Was this helpful?

Compare 2 agency options

Apply with multiple agencies to increase your chances of success.
Best chance of placement
Travel Nurses, Inc.
4.8rating(17 reviews)
$2,140/week
Hourly Rate (blended)$60
Stated hours36
1 of 2

About Hazard, KY

As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Hazard, KY here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Hazard, KY's cost of living is 21.4% lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages may be slightly lower to match the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • In summer, average highs are around 84°F and lows around 63°F.
  • In winter, average highs are around 45°F and lows around 25°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals may be available, but options could be limited compared to larger cities.
Transportation
  • Hazard, KY is more car-friendly, and public transportation options may be limited.
Demographics
  • The population is relatively homogenous, with a majority being White.
  • Common health issues may include obesity and heart disease.
  • There may be a small population of travel nurses.
Things to Do
  • There are local restaurants offering Southern cuisine, limited art and music scene, and opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing.
Was this helpful?
We strive to have reliable information about every job. Tell us what we've got wrong so we can correct it.Report an issue

Browse similar jobs

View job details
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry

  • Pikeville, KY
  • Pikeville Health
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,990/week
View job details
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry

  • Pikeville, KY
  • Pikeville Health
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,990/week
View job details
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

  • Leitchfield, KY
  • Genie Healthcare
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights
$2,923/week
Posted 8 days ago
View all similar jobs