Telemetry RN in Lexington, Kentucky
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Lexington, KY
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,865/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 30, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $51.81
- Weekly
- $1,865
- Yearly (full-time)
- $96,980
- Contract length
- 14 weeks
This job pays about $51.81/hour — 33% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Kentucky ($38.96/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Kentucky right now
- 643 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Kentucky from 5 agencies, 64 of them in Lexington.
- Pay in these listings: $31.70 – $81.36/hour, median $56.48/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Kentucky: $38.96/hour ($81,037/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($57.23/hour across 117 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
Provide telemetry nursing care on a busy medical-surgical unit supporting orthopedic, spine, general surgery, and bariatric patients. You will care for post-operative patients, use cardiac and oxygen monitoring, and apply both medical and surgical nursing skills in a fast-paced setting.
This assignment includes floating to other units within your skill set, caring for approximately 10 to 20 post-operative patients per day across the unit, and completing an EKG exam during onboarding. First-time travelers may be considered with several years of post-operative surgical experience, particularly in orthopedic and gastrointestinal surgery.
Weather:
Lexington typically offers crisp, comfortable weather during this time of year, with cool temperatures, colorful foliage, and occasional rain. Pack layers for changing temperatures throughout the day and evening.
Fun Things To Do:
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Horse Country: Tour working horse farms and learn about Lexington’s celebrated equestrian heritage.
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Keeneland: Spend a day exploring the historic racecourse and its scenic grounds.
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Red River Gorge: Take a day trip for hiking, overlooks, and striking natural arches.
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Louisville: Take a day trip to enjoy museums, restaurants, and waterfront attractions.
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Bourbon Trail: Visit nearby distilleries and sample the region’s renowned bourbon culture.
Job Specifics:
Location: Lexington, Kentucky
Shift: Nights, three 12-hour shifts per week, 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM
Duration: 14 weeks at 36 hours per week
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