Registered Nurse, Surgery

Georgetown Community Hospital; Frankfort (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Georgetown Community Hospital, located in charming Georgetown, Kentucky, is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse for its Surgery department. This full-time position offers a $10,000 sign-on bonus and includes comprehensive health benefits, competitive paid time off, and a supportive work environment. As a Registered Nurse, you'll play a critical role in patient care, working with a team committed to making communities healthier.

Benefits

Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) Benefits

401K Benefits

Competitive Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance

Membership discounts with local gyms

Free Parking

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Kentucky is required.
• BLS and ACLS certifications must be obtained within 30 and 90 days of hire respectively.
• 1 year of experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care following the nursing process.
• Perform patient assessments and communicate effectively with patients of all ages.
• Assist physicians and manage equipment safely.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Medication Administration

Technical Skills

Teamwork

Education

Associate's Degree Nursing (ADN)

Bachelor's Degree Nursing (BSN)

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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. Georgetown Community Hospital is an acute care hospital with 75-beds offering a broad range of inpatient, outpatient, intensive care, surgical, emergency and diagnostic services. From our bariatrics to women's services to radiology, we have a wide range of services serve our community.

Registered Nurse (RN), Surgery

Job Type: Full Time |Days

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$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. Georgetown Community Hospital is an acute care hospital with 75-beds offering a broad range of inpatient, outpatient, intensive care, surgical, emergency and diagnostic services. From our bariatrics to women's services to radiology, we have a wide range of services serve our community.

Where We Are

Georgetown is a small town bursting with charm in the midst of Kentucky Horse Country and is the true birthplace of bourbon. We are proud to be Kentucky's fastest growing city and home to a diverse list of adventures for all including petting a thoroughbred champion, feeling the thunder of a new engine roar to life, and strolling along a bustling Victorian-era downtown with architectural charm and locally-owned shops, restaurants, craft breweries and a bourbon distillery.

Why Choose Us

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

Surgery RN Position Summary

Provides direct and indirect patient care utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation. Meets the physical, psychosocial, religious/cultural and needs of the patient and family. Communicates effectively with all members of the health care team as appropriate about changes in the patient's condition or response to treatment.

• Completes a focused patient assessment with reassessments
  
  

based on patients condition, procedures, medications given and treatments.

• Performs patient care and communicates effectively with patients of all ages and specific needs.
• Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on the age of the patient and the patient's clinical condition. Follows the 6 rights of medication administration to reduce the potential for medication errors.
• Assists physicians with procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes
• Patient safety and reduces the likelihood of errors.
• Manages and operates equipment safely and correctly.
• Educates patient and family on disease process.
  
  

Education

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree Nursing (ADN) Required
• Bachelor's Degree Nursing (BSN) Preferred
  
  

Licenses

• Current RN license in the state of Kentucky
  
  

Certifications

• Current American Heart Association BLS Certification (or) obtained within 30 days of hire/transfer
• ACLS within 90 days of hire/transfer
  
  

Minimum Work Experience

• 1 year of experience in a health care setting is preferred
  
  

EEOC Statement

Georgetown Community Hospital 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.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

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Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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