Outpatient Surgery RN

Baptist Health; Corbin (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000

Job summary

Baptist Health in Corbin, KY is seeking a Registered Nurse for outpatient surgery to join our Surgical Services team on the first shift. The RN will provide comprehensive perioperative care from preoperative assessment to discharge planning, collaborating with physicians, anesthesia, and the broader team to ensure safe, high‑quality patient experiences.

Typical duties include POS, PACU care, education, and advocacy for patient safety.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current Kentucky RN license or Kentucky work permit.
• No experience required; perioperative, critical care, or ED experience preferred.
• Post‑Hire Requirements: BLS within 30 days; Glucometer Training on hire; Aegis Training as required.

Responsibilities

• Performs preoperative assessments, develops care plans, educates patients, coordinates discharge planning and documents care.
• Provides circulating, perioperative, and PACU nursing care focusing on patient safety and quality outcomes.
• Monitors patient status, responds to changes, and manages emergencies using sound clinical judgment.
• Collaborates with physicians, anesthesia providers, and interdisciplinary team to deliver safe, patient‑centered care.
• Demonstrates leadership through delegation, teamwork, mentoring and professional development.
• Maintains licensure, certifications, competencies and compliance with safety standards.

Skills

RN licensure

Patient care

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Graduate of accredited School of Nursing

Job description

Registered Nurse Outpatient Surgery

Position: Full‑Time, 1st Shift.

Department/Location: BHCOR‑Surgical Services, I Corbin, KY.

Job Description

Provides comprehensive nursing care to patients undergoing outpatient surgical and procedural services. Responsibilities include preoperative assessment and preparation, intraoperative circulating nurse duties, post anesthesia recovery care, and discharge planning and education. The RN utilizes critical thinking, clinical judgment, and evidence‑based practice to coordinate safe, efficient, and patient‑centered care throughout the perioperative continuum. The RN collaborates with physicians, anesthesia providers, surgical staff, patients, and families to ensure optimal patient outcomes while maintaining compliance with organizational policies, professional standards, and regulatory requirements. The RN serves as a patient advocate, promotes a culture of safety and quality, and demonstrates accountability for ongoing professional development and excellence in patient care.

Responsibilities

• Performs preoperative assessments, develops plans of care, provides patient education, coordinates discharge planning, and documents patient care.
• Provides circulating, perioperative, and PACU nursing care while ensuring patient safety and quality outcomes.
• Monitors patient status, responds to changes in condition, and manages emergencies using sound clinical judgment.
• Collaborates with physicians, anesthesia providers, and the interdisciplinary team to deliver safe, patient‑centered care.
• Serves as a patient advocate while promoting effective communication, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance.
• Demonstrates leadership through delegation, teamwork, mentoring, and professional development.
• Maintains required licensure, certifications, competencies, and compliance with organizational policies and safety standards.

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current Kentucky RN license or Kentucky work permit.
• No experience required; perioperative, critical care, or emergency department experience preferred.
• Post‑Hire Requirements: BLS (American Heart Association) within 30 days; Glucometer Training upon hire; Aegis Training as required.

Benefits

• Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance.
• Life Insurance.
• Short Term and Long‑Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• Identity Theft Protection.
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually.
• Company‑paid Maternity and Paternity Leave.
• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire.
• Bereavement Leave (includes pets).
• PTO Sell Back Program.
• Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation).
• Employee Support Fund for employees in need of emergency financial support.
• Retirement with Company Match.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.