Registered Nurse (RN)

@ BHS Baptist Healthcare System
BHS Baptist Healthcare Systembhsbaptisthealthcaresystem.com

Registered Nurse (RN)

Corbin, KY
Posted 2 weeks ago

About the job

Baptist Health is committed to high-quality, compassionate health care. This RN role in behavioral health focuses on psychiatric assessment, patient education, and interdisciplinary collaboration in a supportive environment.

Requirements

  • Graduate of an accredited nursing school
  • Kentucky RN license or work permit
  • Associate degree required, BSN preferred
  • No experience required; patient care experience preferred

Qualifications

  • BLS certification from AHA
  • Strong assessment and communication skills
  • Ability to collaborate with teams
  • Adaptability to shift work

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Summary

Job Description:

Registered Nurse (RN)

Full-Time, 3rd Shift  

BHCOR-Trillium Center Admin I Corbin, KY 

The Behavioral Health Intake Department is located in the ED but staffed with Behavioral Health Nurses.  The Intake Department assesses all patients that present for possible admission to one of the Behavioral Health units.  The Intake nurses are competent in psychiatric assessment skills and work closely with the Psychiatrist to determine disposition for each patient  

 

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:  

  • Provides safe, high-quality patient care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of individualized care plans.  

  • Monitors patient conditions, administers treatments and physician orders, and documents patient care accurately.  

  • Educates patients and families regarding treatment plans, procedures, and discharge needs.  

  • Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to support positive patient outcomes and continuity of care.  

  • Demonstrates critical thinking, clinical judgment, leadership, and teamwork in daily nursing practice 

  • Maintains compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, licensure, and continuing education standards.  

Requirements:  

  • Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing required  

  • Current Kentucky RN license or Kentucky work permit required  

  • Associate degree required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred  

  • No experience required; patient care experience preferred   

Certifications/Training  

  • BLS through the American Heart Association required within 30 days of hire  

  • Additional required training within 30 days may include:  

  • Glucometer Training  

  • Aegis Training  

  • RN Patient Deterioration  

  • Life Threatening Arrhythmia  

  • Nurse Wound Care Training  

 

Benefits:

  • 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 

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.

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