About this role
Summary
Job Description:
Registered Nurse (RN)
Full -Time, 1st Shift
Adult Psych Unit I Corbin, KY
The Adult Psychiatric I unit is licensed for 22 acute psychiatric beds for patients with a primary psychiatric diagnosis. The Adult Psychiatric I unit specializes in adult care of patients 18 years old and older and an interdisciplinary treatment team approach is utilized in caring for patients.
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