Registered Nurse (RN)

Summary

Job Description:

Registered Nurse -Critical Care Unit (CCU)

Full Time Third Shift 

BHCOR-Cor ICU CCU Dept. I Corbin, KY

Critical Care is a 10-bed unit providing critical care for patients with both medical and surgical diagnosis.

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.

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, handle emergencies. 
• Assist staff, direct activities, 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, organize workload. 
• Provide accurate reports, delegate tasks. 
• Act as role model and resource. 
• Support orientation and professional growth.

Requirements 

• Current RN licensure or work permit in Kentucky.   
• Bachelor's or an associate degree in nursing from an accredited college/university.   
• ACLS/PALS/NRP and successful completion of dysrhythmia class as required by department of assignment.   
• Basic Life Support is 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,  
• 12 Lead Training 
• Aegis Training 
• Nurse Wound Care Training 

Benefits: Full-Time 32 weekly hours (0.8 FTE) - 40 weekly hours (1.0 FTE) 

• Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance 

• Life Insurance 

• Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance 

• Identity Theft Protection 

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually  

• Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave  

• 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire  

• 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 

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.