Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg - $1,909 per week

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg for a travel nursing job in Pikeville, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/10/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours
• Employment Type: Travel

Travel Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift – Pikeville, KY

Advance your nursing career as a Travel Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) in Pikeville, Kentucky (41501). Join our healthcare team on the 7A Medical Unit and experience a rewarding travel nursing job in the scenic Appalachian Mountains. This night shift RN opportunity offers a supportive environment, competitive pay, and the chance to make a real impact in Kentucky healthcare.

Med/Surg RN Job Details

• Location: Pikeville, KY 41501 (Appalachian region)
• Healthcare Setting: 7A Medical Surgical Unit
• Assignment Type: Travel Nursing Contract
• Start Date: November 10, 2025
• End Date: February 7, 2026
• Contract Duration: 13 weeks
• Shift: 12-hour night shifts
• Shifts per Week: 4 shifts per week, 12 hours each
• Guaranteed Hours: 48 hours per week
• Estimated Weekly Salary Range: $1,630–$1,750 per week (estimated)

Registered Nurse Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license – Kentucky or compact state
• Associate’s degree in Nursing (ADN) required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Current certifications: CPR, BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and EKG
• Minimum 2 years of recent medical-surgical (Med/Surg) nursing experience (5 years preferred)
• Previous travel nursing experience required

Med/Surg RN Responsibilities

• Deliver direct, individualized patient care to young adults, adults, and geriatric patients in a medical-surgical setting
• Perform comprehensive head-to-toe nursing assessments and re-assessments
• Monitor and interpret cardiac status; intervene as needed
• Administer medications, IV therapy, and specialized IV drips
• Manage pain, sedation, and provide chest tube care/insertion
• Care for patients before and after cardiac catheterization procedures
• Access central lines and manage blood transfusion therapy
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation of all patient care activities
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members and involve patients and families in care planning
• Supervise, mentor, and precept new healthcare staff and nursing employees
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives and ongoing clinical education
• Comply with infection control, patient safety, and hospital policies

Apply now to join our dedicated healthcare team in Pikeville, Kentucky, and take the next step in your travel nursing career!

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

With over 30 years of healthcare staffing experience, GHR Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding the perfect contract or permanent role in the healthcare industry. Our specialized teams have placed thousands of healthcare professionals nationwide. You will have a dedicated recruiter, providing access to new opportunities and guidance every step of the way. Whatever your career goals, GHR Healthcare is here to support you and find your perfect fit. Get to know us:www.ghrhealthcare.com

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Planet Healthcare Job ID #418744. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Med/Surg

About Planet Healthcare

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Vision benefits
• Dental benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus