OR RN in Louisville, Kentucky

Job Description

Join a 13-week travel contract in Louisville as a Registered Nurse supporting a varied procedural caseload that includes orthopedic, general, vascular, urology, and thoracic/AAA cases. Working day shifts, you will assess and reassess patients, develop and implement individualized plans of care, monitor clinical responses, provide education, and collaborate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams.

This role also includes delegating responsibilities, mentoring and precepting staff, participating in quality and safety initiatives, and helping implement practice improvements. The schedule is three 12-hour shifts each week, with scheduled call responsibilities. Candidates should have at least two years of OR RN experience, Epic experience, and current BLS and ACLS certifications. Consider Louisville your temporary home base while you bring your expertise to a broad range of surgical services.

Weather

Louisville typically offers comfortable, crisp weather around this time of year, with mild daytime temperatures, cooler evenings, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the city and surrounding areas outdoors.

Fun Things To Do

• Louisville Waterfront: Walk along the riverfront, enjoy scenic views, and explore nearby green spaces.

• Cultural District: Visit local museums, galleries, and historic attractions in the downtown area.

• Bourbon Country Day Trip: Explore distilleries and countryside destinations in the surrounding region.

• Mammoth Cave Day Trip: Spend a day exploring the extensive cave system and nearby outdoor areas.

• Lexington Day Trip: Enjoy the area’s horse-country scenery, local attractions, and dining.

Job Specifics

City and State: Louisville, Kentucky
Shift: Days, 6:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m., three days per week
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 36 hours per week