Med Surg RN Job in Lexington, Kentucky

Join Baptist Healthcare System, Inc. in Lexington, Kentucky as a Registered Nurse on our Medical-Surgical unit. This is a travel nursing position offering you the opportunity to grow your clinical skills while supporting diverse patient populations in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Position Details

• Specialty: Medical-Surgical Nursing
• Shift: Three 12-hour night shifts per week (7:00 PM to 7:00 AM)
• Duration: 89 days
• Start Date: June 29, 2026
• Weekly Pay: $2,196.47
• Weekend and holiday coverage required

Your Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments and document within the full RN scope of practice
• Develop problem lists and prioritize patient needs based on input from the interdisciplinary team
• Design and implement culturally sensitive, age-appropriate patient care interventions
• Explain procedures, treatments, and care processes to patients and families in clear, understandable language
• Recognize, respond to, and promptly communicate changes in patient condition to the care team
• Delegate nursing tasks appropriately and oversee team members during patient care activities
• Monitor the accuracy and completeness of all delegated patient care
• Assess and address patient educational needs, adjusting teaching to individual comprehension levels
• Facilitate the discharge process by executing and coordinating discharge orders in a timely manner
• Provide input on patient and nurse assignments while considering staffing levels and patient acuity
• Participate actively in unit-based activities that support organizational values and patient safety
• Contribute to department quality improvement initiatives and core measure compliance
• Coordinate all aspects of patient admission, transfer, and discharge activities
• Deliver patient and family-centered education and care coordination

You will practice professional nursing with a focus on patient-centered care, working as part of a collaborative team committed to delivering quality outcomes. This role is ideal for nurses seeking temporary placement in a supportive medical-surgical nursing environment.