Registered Nurse Patient Education

Ascension Health; Kokomo (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement plan (403(b))

Paid time off

Professional development

Employee assistance program

Family benefits

Job summary

Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo in Kokomo, IN is seeking a RN to provide direct nursing care in the Patient Education department. Schedule is Days | PRN, with opportunities for shifts that suit staffing needs.

You will implement care plans, monitor patient status, coordinate multidisciplinary care, and assist with discharge planning to ensure smooth transitions and quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 1 month of hire date.
• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing prior to hire date.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care following established policies, procedures and protocols.
• Implement and monitor patient care plans; record and communicate patient condition.
• Serve as primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
• Note and carry out physician and nursing orders.
• Assess and coordinate patient's discharge planning needs with the healthcare team.

Skills

BLS certification

RN license (Indiana)

Nursing diploma

Education

Diploma in Nursing

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Kokomo, IN

Facility: Ascension St. Vincent Kokomo

Department/Specialty: Patient Education

Schedule: Days | PRN

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role

Provide direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.

• Implement and monitor patient care plans. Monitor, record and communicate patient condition as appropriate.

• Serve as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.

• Note and carry out physician and nursing orders.

• Assess and coordinate patient's discharge planning needs with members of the healthcare team.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Registered Nurse credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

One or more of the following are preferred:

• Advanced Life Support. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Certification specializing in The S.T.A.B.L.E Program.

• Certification specializing in Neonatal Resuscitation credentialed from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).

Education:

• Diploma from an accredited school/college of nursing OR Required professional licensure at time of hire.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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