Registered Nurse - Surgical Orthopedics & Neurology

Owensboro Health • Owensboro, KY

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Provides direct nursing care in accordance with the established policies, procedures, and protocols of the healthcare organization. The role is in the Orthopedics & Neurology department at Owensboro Health Regional Hospital and works 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., with one weekend requirement. The position is full time at 0.9 FTE (72 hours per pay period).

The nurse implements and monitors patient care plans, evaluates and communicates patient conditions, coordinates care across disciplines, carries out physician and nursing orders, and supports discharge planning and patient/family education. The position operates under general supervision and requires sound judgment and the ability to work in a stressful environment.

The role requires an associate degree or higher or a nursing diploma upon hire, with a bachelor’s degree or higher in nursing required within five years of employment. Kentucky RN licensure eligibility is required upon hire, and BLS certification is required within 45 days of employment.

Requirements

• Associate degree or higher, or diploma in nursing, required upon hire.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in nursing required within five years of employment in the position.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse and eligible to practice nursing in Kentucky upon hire.
• Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification required within 45 days of employment.
• Critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Ability to work under general supervision, handle a stressful environment, and take appropriate action.
• More advanced skills and knowledge in the area of specialization.

Responsibilities

• Performs functions related to problem definition, data collection, interpretation, and analysis.
• Implements and monitors patient care plans.
• Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.
• Serves as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.
• Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.
• Assesses and coordinates patient discharge planning needs with the patient, family, and healthcare team members.
• Assesses the learning needs of patients and families and provides education based on age, culture, and willingness to learn.
• Performs job duties in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act.
• Supports the organization’s mission, vision, core commitments, and business interests; adheres to policies and procedures and acts consistently with a culture of compliance, safety, and high reliability.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree