Nursing-Patient Care Coordinator

Wayne County Hospital; Monticello (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Long-term disability

Short-term disability

401K

Job summary

Wayne County Hospital in Monticello, KY, seeks a registered nurse to direct patient care on the Medical/Surgical Unit. The role coordinates staff, consults with physicians and managers, and ensures policy interpretation to meet patient needs.

Accountability ranges across shifts, with potential patient assignments as staffing requires. The ideal candidate has 1 year of acute care experience, KY RN licensure, and BLS/ACLS/PALS certifications, along with strong customer service and computer skills

Qualifications

• RN licensure in Kentucky required.
• BLS, ACLS, PALS certifications required.
• Minimum 1 year acute care experience preferred.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Proficient with computer systems and clinical documentation.

Responsibilities

• Direct patient care activities on the Medical/Surgical Unit.
• Coordinate staffing and nursing activities across shifts.
• Consult with staff, physicians, and MS Manager on nursing issues.
• Participate in CQI and performance improvement activities.
• May assume patient assignment based on staffing needs.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Teamwork

Professional customer service

Computer skills

Effective communication

Education

RN license in KY

BLS

ACLS

PALS

Job description

Description:

• Responsible for direction of patient care activities on the Medical/Surgical Unit. Coordinates staff in the Medical/Surgical Unit, provides coordination of operational and nursing activities. Consults with staff, physicians, and MS Manager on nursing problems and interpretation of hospital policies to ensure patient needs are met. Maintains Performance improvement activities within the Dept. and participates in CQI activities. The PCC has accountability for assigned areas requiring a presence on all shifts as needed. This position may require taking patient assignment(s) based on staffing needs.

Required Skills:

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work in a positive teamwork environment.
• Possess Professional Customer Service Skills
• Possess Strong Computer Skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Licensure: RN - “current” nurse licensure to practice in the state of Kentucky

Certification: BLS, ACLS, PALS

Experience: (1 year) Previous Acute Care experience preferred.

We’re looking for candidates who are devoted to providing the highest quality of care to our patients. We offer Health, Life, Dental & Vision Insurance, Long-term/Short-term Disability, and 401K.

Application Period ends: 9/15/2026 or until filled. EOE