Lifepoint Health’s Central Kentucky market is comprised of four acute care, community-based hospitals, with over 50 outpatient clinics that provide comprehensive healthcare in the Bluegrass region. Bluegrass Community Hospital (Versailles, KY), Bourbon Community Hospital (Paris, KY), Clark Regional Medical Center (Winchester, KY), and Georgetown Community Hospital (Georgetown, KY) are committed to our mission of making communities healthier. As an integrated network, our facilities have the ability and resources to develop opportunities for professional growth and advancement to accomplish your career goals. We take pride in personalized patient care backed by high-quality designations to support a culture of safety for both employees and patients. Get back to the heart of your community by caring for your neighbors -- join our team today!
Supervises and mentors nursing and support staff during assigned shift.
Determines staffing level and assignments based on staff availability, staff abilities, census, patient acuity and work/patient flow.
Provides direct patient care as needed.
Floats between staff to assist with problem-solving.
May take patient assignments to meet staffing needs.
Evaluates the effectiveness of patient care and identifies any issues that affect desired patient outcomes.
Responds to complaints about patient care and related services, and manages through established channels.
Performs role-specific duties as assigned, including entering orders, performing admissions or discharges, and coordinating transfers.
Ensures staff has necessary equipment and supplies to provide safe, quality patient care.
Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.
Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.
Initiates weekend case management, Utilization review screening, assists with D/C planning and swing intake.
Minimum EducationX Associate’s degree - Required An Active RN License with KBN or a Compact RN License will confirm the presence of degree.
X Bachelor’s degree X Preferred
Required SkillsRequires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.Must be able to quickly learn how to navigate multiple complex software systems.Must be able to communicate with the ability to read, write, speak and understand English.Must be able to successfully complete Skills Competency Checklist within 90 days of hire
Certifications:Basic Life Support (BLS)Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - within 90 days of hirePediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - within 90 days of hireHandle with Care (Physical Training) - within 60 days of hire and renewed annuallyTrauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC) - PreferredENPC - preferredNRP - preferredNIHSS - required within 60 days of hire and renewed annually
Licenses:State of KY current unrestricted RN license
Minimum Work ExperienceFive years previous acute care experience
Previous experience as a nursing supervisor or able to meet competency requirements
