Registered Nurse (RN) Medical-Surgical

Lifepoint Health; Maysville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) retirement package and company match

Mental health services and wellness programs

Job summary

Memorial Physician Practices is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for their Med/Surg unit to provide critical patient care. This role includes performing direct care, medication administration, and documenting care given. You will collaborate with the healthcare team, assist patients with daily living activities, and provide education to patients and families.

The position requires a current Kentucky RN license and an associate's degree. Additional certifications are needed within specified timelines. Join us in our commitment to making communities healthier!

Qualifications

• Current RN license for Kentucky or compact state is required.
• Certifications include BLS, ACLS, and PALS within specified timeframes.
• Compassionate and effective communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform medication administration and document patient care.
• Monitor patient condition and communicate with the care team.
• Assist patients with daily living activities and provide education as needed.

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

Critical thinking

Patient advocacy

Education

Associate's degree from an accredited nursing school

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Ventilators

CPAP/BIPAP

Electronic medical records

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - MS

Job Type: PRN

Your experience matters

Meadowview Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As an MS Registered Nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

The Med/Surg unit provides direct patient care to critically ill adult patients using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization. This position coordinates total nursing care for patients, participates in patient and family teaching, acts as a patient advocate, and works as part of a team with ancillary and non‑nursing departments.

How you'll contribute

An MS Registered Nurse (RN) who excels in this role:

• 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.
• Floats to other departments as needed to maintain safe nurse‑to‑patient ratios.
• Able to manage ventilators, CPAP/BIPAP, vapotherms.
• Able to titrate and maintain critical drips on the ICU patient, including knowledge of indications, contraindications, and side effects.
• Must pass a rhythm recognition test within 90 days of hire/transfer.

Why join us

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a current Kentucky or compact state RN license and possess an associate's degree from an accredited nursing school. Additional requirements include:

• Certifications: BLS required within one month of hire, ACLS required within one year of hire, PALS required within one year of hire, and Handle with Care required within 30 days of orientation.
• Education: Associate's degree required. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Licenses: Must have a current Kentucky or compact state RN license.

EEOC Statement

Meadowview Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Meadowview Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.