Registered Nurse
BHS Baptist Healthcare System
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RN-PCUPart-Time, .6 FTE, | 24 hrs. Third Shift
BHCOR-Cor PCU Dept. I Corbin, KY
PCU is a 20-bed unit capable of monitoring patients via central telemetry 24 hours a day. PCU serves as a place for the monitoring and care of patients age 16 to geriatric with moderate or potentially severe physiologic instability, requiring technical support but not necessarily artificial life support.
Performs care requires substantial specialized knowledge, judgement and nursing skills based upon the principles of psychological, biological, physical and social sciences in the application of the nursing process. Utilizes high-level assessment skills to design and ensure multidisciplinary patient care to meet holistic needs, incorporating established practice guidelines and regulatory standards.
Job Description:
Complete/document assessments and changes.
Update care plan each shift with measurable goals.
Evaluate interventions and patient response.
Develop education and discharge plans.
Communicate status and ensure accurate documentation.
Deliver care per policy and physician orders.
Implement care and education plans.
Perform procedures and handle emergencies.
Assist staff and monitor compliance.
Facilitate patient flow.
Delegate tasks appropriately.
Act in emergent situations.
Use SBAR/ARCC for communication.
Identify and address care needs promptly.
Promote safety and attention to detail.
Lead and promote teamwork.
Set priorities and organize workload.
Provide accurate reports and delegate tasks.
Act as role model and resource.
Support orientation and professional growth.
Attend safety and mandatory training.
Maintain licensure and education.
Comply with regulations and report violations.
Requirements:
Current RN licensure or work permit in Kentucky.
Bachelor's or an associate degree in nursing from an accredited college/university.
Applicants with an associate degree in nursing and less than 10 years of experience must enroll within 12 months of hire in a bachelor’s degree program and must have achieved the degree within 5 years.
ACLS/PALS/NRP and successful completion of dysrhythmia class as required by department of assignment.
BLS required, new employees requiring CPR-Basic Life Support (BLS)-American Heart Association should receive (CPR) training within the first week of orientation.
Glucometer Training
Basic Cardiac Arrythmia
NIH Stroke Certification
Glucometer Training
12 Lead Training
Aegis Training
Wound Care Training
Benefits: Part-Time 24 weekly hours (0.6 FTE) - 31.99 weekly hours (0.8FTE)
Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
PTO Sell Back Program
Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
Retirement with Company Match
Identity Theft Protection
5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire
Work Experience
Education
If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!
Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
Summary
Provide patient care, assessments, education, and emergency response on a 20-bed telemetry unit.
Job title
Registered Nurse
Experience level
less than 10 years
Industry
healthcare
Location requirements
Corbin, KY; remote work not allowed
Salary
Not specified
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Corbin, KY 40701, USA