Registered Nurse (RN) - Special Care Unit

Capital Markets Placement; Kentucky; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Special Care Unit in Tateville, KY. This role involves providing exceptional patient care, utilizing advanced technology, and contributing to a mission dedicated to making communities healthier. The position offers competitive compensation, including a $20,000 commitment-incentive bonus, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

$20,000 Commitment-incentive bonus (night shifts)

Weekend differential

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans

Paid time off and extended illness bank

Tuition reimbursement and loan assistance

Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs

Opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Current state RN license or multistate compact license required.
• At least one year of experience in an acute or geriatric care setting preferred.
• Current American Heart Association BLS Certification or obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Impact patient care through specialized interventions and innovative practices.
• Work effectively under stress and take appropriate actions.

Skills

Critical thinking

Effective communication skills

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited nursing school

Job description

Registered Nurse (RN) - Special Care Unit

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) for the Special Care Unit in Tateville, KY. This opportunity with ID 3180773972 has been live since 2025-05-04.

Your experience matters

At Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, we prioritize your well-being to enable you to provide exceptional care. We value you as a person and a professional. As an RN, you will be part of a mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us to make a meaningful difference in people's lives.

Connect with our RN recruiting specialist

Questions or not ready to apply?

Contact Melissa Taylor via texting 606-731-0734, calling 270-576-6023, or schedule a chat through this link:
https://bit.ly/MTaylorLCRH

How you’ll contribute

You will impact patient care through specialized interventions and innovative practices, shaping positive patient journeys daily using your skills and our advanced technology.

What we offer

We support and reward our team with:

• $20,000 Commitment-incentive bonus (night shifts)
• Weekend differential
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health savings accounts
• Paid time off and extended illness bank for full-time staff
• Income-protection programs: life, accident, critical-injury insurance, disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs
• Opportunities for professional growth

For more details on our core values and benefits, visit: https://lifepointbenefithighlights.com/

Qualifications and requirements

Applicants must hold a current state RN license or multistate compact license and have an associate or bachelor’s degree from an accredited nursing school.

Additional requirements include:

• At least one year of experience in an acute or geriatric care setting preferred
• Current American Heart Association BLS Certification or obtained within 90 days of hire
• Critical thinking, decisive judgment, and ability to work independently
• Ability to work effectively under stress and take appropriate actions
• Effective communication skills in English, verbally and in writing

Department/Unit Summary

• 12-bed unit
• Patient ratio 1:6
• Average length of stay: 10-12 days
• Patients receive daily therapy, participate in activities and meals
• Therapy staff collaborates closely with nursing
• Option to work every 6th weekend, no mandatory overtime, three shifts per week
• Flexible scheduling options
• 24/7 nursing support on unit
• Planned admissions and discharges reduce patient turnover

About our Health System

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital, with 295 beds in Somerset, KY, is part of Lifepoint Health, a network committed to making communities healthier through diverse healthcare services nationwide. Your experience matters from day one to your career milestones.

EEOC Statement

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fair employment practices and compliance with anti-discrimination laws.