Nurse Extern

Lifepoint Health Careers; Somerset (KY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Nurse Extern (LPN) to work PRN. You will support licensed nurses, participate in direct patient care, document care, and help coordinate daily activities to improve patient well-being.

The role requires a nursing student in good standing (3rd year or higher) with strong critical thinking and ability to work under supervision in a fast-paced environment. BLS-HCP certification is required or eligible.

Qualifications

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a stressful environment.
• BLS-HCP certification or eligibility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Works under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Performs direct patient care under supervision and documents care.
• Monitors patient condition and communicates updates to the RN.
• Maintains professional relationships with patients and care team.
• Assists with activities of daily living and coordinates care as needed.
• Supports patient education and advocate for patient well being.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Independent work

Education

School of Nursing 3rd year or higher

Job description

Nurse Extern

PRN

Your experience matters

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

• A Nurse Extern works under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Works collaboratively with the patient care team.
• Performs direct patient care under the direction, delegation and supervision of a registered nurse.
• Documents patient care given.
• Monitors, records, and communicate patient condition as appropriate to supervising RN.
• Maintains positive professional relationships with patients/ families, coworkers, and health care team.
• Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including patient transfer, discharge, referral and spiritual/psychosocial support needs.
• Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances.
• Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.
• Supports performance improvement philosophy.

Nonessential Functions

• Assist with orientation and training of personnel and students.
• Participates and attends meetings as required and/ or assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Why Join Us:

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Financial & Career Growth: 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we are looking for

Minimum Education

School of Nursing 3rd year student or higher

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Certifications

Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP)

EEOC Statement

"Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

More About Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.