Registered Nurse (RN) - Float Pool

Lifepoint Health®; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life, accident, disability insurance

Tuition assistance

401(k) with company match

Well-being programs and gym membership

Professional development opportunities

Free parking

Job summary

Lifepoint Health is hiring a Float Registered Nurse (RN) in Georgetown, KY. The role supports patient care across units, with 3x12‑hour day shifts (7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.) and rotating weekends. A sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 is available for eligible candidates.

The Float RN provides comprehensive nursing care, medication administration, specimen collection, and patient education while adapting quickly to changing unit needs. Strong critical‑care experience and Kentucky licensure are required.

Qualifications

• Active Kentucky RN license or compact license.
• Assoc degree in Nursing required; BSN preferred.
• BLS certification; ACLS & PALS as required by unit.
• National certification within one year of employment.
• Minimum of 2 years of critical-care experience.
• Strong critical-thinking and ability to work independently in a stressful environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver patient care interventions, including medication administration and specimen collection.
• Document patient care and monitor, record, and communicate patient condition to the care team, physicians, patients, and families.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living such as personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Collaborate across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including transfers, discharges, referrals, and spiritual/psychosocial support.
• Evaluate learning needs and provide patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, and condition.
• Advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of patients.
• Coordinate and supervise daily staffing assignments and levels.
• Provide direction, orientation, training, coaching, and mentoring to staff; assist with performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.
• Perform staff responsibilities as required to maintain service levels.
• Lead the resolution of complex issues and complaints.

Skills

Critical-care

Independent work

Nursing judgment

Education

Associate degree in Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) – Float

Full‑time 3 × 12‑hour shifts (7 a.m. – 7 p.m.) with rotating weekends. Up to $10,000 sign‑on bonus for eligible candidates.

About the Role

As a Float RN you will support patient care across almost all units, adapt quickly to changing needs, and provide comprehensive nursing care including medication administration, specimen collection, clinical treatments, and daily living activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver patient care interventions, including medication administration and specimen collection.
• Document patient care and monitor, record, and communicate patient condition to the care team, physicians, patients, and families.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living such as personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Collaborate across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including transfers, discharges, referrals, and spiritual/psychosocial support.
• Evaluate learning needs and provide patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, and condition.
• Advocate for the physical and emotional well‑being of patients.
• Coordinate and supervise daily staffing assignments and levels.
• Provide direction, orientation, training, coaching, and mentoring to staff; assist with performance evaluations and disciplinary actions.
• Perform staff responsibilities as required to maintain service levels.
• Lead the resolution of complex issues and complaints.

Qualifications

• Valid Kentucky or compact state RN license.
• Associate degree in Nursing (required); Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification; ACLS & PALS as required by unit.
• National certification within one year of employment.
• Minimum of 2 years of critical‑care experience.
• Strong critical‑thinking and decision‑making skills; ability to work independently in a stressful environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Life, accident, critical‑illness, hospital indemnity insurance, disability, paid family leave, and paid time off.
• Tuition assistance, loan assistance, 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Well‑being programs: mental, physical, and financial wellness, free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.
• Free parking.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Georgetown Community Hospital is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.