Hospital-Based Registered Nurse — Patient-Centered Care

UofL Health; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UofL Health is seeking a Hospital-Based Registered Nurse to deliver comprehensive nursing care to patients across age groups, using the nursing process and safety standards. The nurse will collaborate with the care team to ensure patient-centered outcomes and participate in planning and discharge preparation.

Under the supervision of a nurse manager, this role involves assessing patients, administering medications, educating patients and families, and contributing to quality outcomes in a

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program (required)
• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program (preferred)
• Two years of hospital patient care experience (preferred)
• Current KY RN licensure or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) may be required for certain units

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients across age groups using the nursing process and standards
• Administer medications per licensure authority and document timely administration
• Plan and evaluate care with the multidisciplinary team to ensure patient safety and outcomes
• Develop individualized, age-specific plans for optimal patient outcomes
• Educate patients and families about care plans and discharge instructions
• Collaborate with care team, including unlicensed personnel, to ensure safe patient care
• Maintain HIPAA privacy and compliance in all patient interactions
• Demonstrate professional conduct and participate in continuing education and evidence-based practice

Education

Associate’s Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

Job description

UofL Health is seeking a Hospital-Based Registered Nurse to deliver comprehensive nursing care to patients across age groups, using the nursing process and safety standards. The nurse will collaborate with the care team to ensure patient-centered outcomes and participate in planning and discharge preparation.

Under the supervision of a nurse manager, this role involves assessing patients, administering medications, educating patients and families, and contributing to quality outcomes in a