Registered Nurse, Advance Care Unit

LifePoint Health; Winchester (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for their Advanced Care Unit. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on patient care in a community hospital known for its commitment to health and wellness. With a focus on both physical and emotional well-being, you will collaborate across disciplines, administer medications, and educate patients and families. The position comes with competitive benefits, including a generous sign-on bonus, and is situated in a vibrant location that offers a rich blend of nature and community. Join a team where your passion for nursing can truly shine.

Benefits

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) Benefits

401K Benefits

Competitive Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Free Parking

Membership Discounts with Local Gyms

Qualifications

• KY RN state licensure or compact licensure required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 10 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform medication administration and clinical treatments.
• Monitor and document patient condition as appropriate.
• Assist patients with daily living activities.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Clinical Treatments

Patient Education

Collaboration

Education

Associates Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Job description

Clark Regional Medical Center

Registered Nurse (RN), Advanced Care Unit

Job Type: Full Time |Nights

10k Sign On Bonus

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Clark Regional Medical Center is a 79 bed community hospital featuring updated technology including new and expanded services such as Diagnostic Services, larger capacity Emergency Services, home-like Labor and Delivery Suites, and a skilled nursing facility. The campus also includes a 45,000 square foot Medical Plaza housing the Clark Clinic, Diagnostic Center for Women, Center for Rehabilitation, Specialty Clinic and Anticoagulation Clinic.

Where We Are:

Winchester offers a truly original experience to all with so much to do and see. Just a short drive from Lexington, the “Horse Capital of the World,” and the Red River Gorge, you can experience all the beauty and excitement nature has to offer.

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• Free Parking
• Membership discounts with local gyms and community businesses
• And much more…

Unit Summary:

Last year, Clark Regional Medical Center broke ground on an expansion for the intensive care unit (ICU). The expansion signifies a 75% increase in capacity for the ICU, adding six beds to the eight that are currently available. The new construction also includes the expansion of an advanced care unit (ACU) and build-out space for a new surgical suite, enabling Clark Regional to expand surgery as the needs of the community demand.

Position Summary:

• Performs plan of care intervention, including medication administration, specimen collection, clinical treatments, as well as other medical care treatment.
• Documents patient care given.
• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate to care team, physician, patient, and family.
• 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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associates Degree in Nursing, required
• KY RN state licensure or compact licensure, required
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 10 days of hire
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) within 30 days of hire
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within 45 days of hire
• Handle With Care - within 30 days of hire

EEOC Statement:

Clark Regional Medical Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.