Travel ICU Registered Nurse - $2,081 per week

Planet Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Somerset, Kentucky.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : ICU - Intensive Care Unit
• Discipline : RN
• Start Date : 10 / 27 / 2025
• Duration : 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift : 12 hours
• Employment Type : Travel

ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Nursing Job in Somerset, Kentucky

Advance your nursing career as an ICU Registered Nurse (RN) with a travel assignment in Somerset, KY! Join a top-rated, 295-bed acute care hospital serving an 11-county region in south central Kentucky. This healthcare job offers the perfect blend of professional growth and work-life balance, with Somerset's welcoming community, scenic landscapes, and outdoor recreation at Lake Cumberland.

ICU Registered Nurse Job Details

Job Title : ICU Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Assignment

Location : Somerset, KY 42503 (Kentucky nursing jobs)

Facility Type : Acute Care Hospital – Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Employment Type : Travel nursing contract

Contract Length : 13 weeks

Shift : 7 : 00 PM – 7 : 00 AM (12-hour night shifts)

Hours per Week : 36 (guaranteed hours)

Start Date : October 27, 2025

End Date : January 26, 2026

Estimated Weekly Salary : $1780 - $1910

Registered Nurse Qualifications

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (Kentucky or compact state)

Minimum 1 year of recent experience in an acute care hospital (ICU nursing experience preferred)

Ability to float to other units within a 25-mile radius as needed

Current BLS certification (ACLS and other certifications may be required)

Strong clinical skills and adaptability in a fast-paced healthcare environment

Excellent communication and professionalism

ICU Nurse Responsibilities

Provide high-quality nursing care to critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit

Monitor, assess, and document patient conditions and progress using electronic health records (EHR)

Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans

Operate and troubleshoot advanced ICU medical equipment

Float to other hospital units within a 25-mile radius as required

Deliver compassionate support to patients and their families

Discover rewarding travel nursing jobs in Kentucky and experience the charm of Somerset while making a difference in a leading healthcare facility. Apply now to join our healthcare team and take the next step in your ICU nursing career!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

About GHR

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

Equal Opportunity

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 #419644. 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 : ICU

About Planet Healthcare

Delivering Vital Healthcare Talent. Today.

Planet Healthcare is a global leader in clinical staffing because we take a candidate-first approach. We pride ourselves on a consultative method and help to create the right opportunity, at the right time, with each healthcare professional. The recruitment engine at Planet Healthcare is driven by leaders in this market, who understand the market demands and trends within your specialty. With a wide array of job opportunities and geographic diversity in our client base, we are your advocate and will work to find the best position for you. We are ready to go to work. Welcome to Planet Healthcare.

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