OverviewWelcome to Saint Joseph Mount Sterling, a not-for-profit, faith-based hospital founded in 1918. Formerly known as Mary Chiles Hospital, Saint Joseph Mount Sterling serves as a 42-bed community hospital and is recognized as a 2024 Best Place to Work in Kentucky.Whether you are an experienced healthcare professional or working toward that, we invite you to experience Hello Humankindness with us! CHI Saint Joseph Health provides you with the same level of care you provide for others. We care about our team members well-being and offer benefits that complement work/life balance such as:
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k) and 457(b) Retirement Programs with matching
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Mental Health resources for you and your family
Wellness Program with rewards up to $450
Tuition Reimbursement for future career growth and development
Adoption Assistance
Voluntary Protection: Accident, Critical Illness, Identify Theft and Pet Insurance
Short and Long Term Disability
Free Premium Membership to Care.com with preloaded credits to support adult and child care needs
Employer Discounts
Relocation Assistance
Employee Referral Bonuses up to $7,500
Sign-on Bonuses up to $10,000
Education Assistance (student loan payoff) up to $24,000
for eligible hiresLearn more about CHI Saint Joseph Mount Sterling and it's awards and recognitions here: CHI Saint Joseph Mount Sterling (https://www.chisaintjosephhealth.org/chi-saint-joseph-health/hospitals-locations/saint-joseph-mount-sterling)Check Out Why We're a Best Place to Work!ResponsibilitiesA registered nurse in this institution will deliver nursing care to patients of varying age groups by utilizing the nursing process and nursing practice standards. The registered nurse will maintain competency and application of the scientific knowledge necessary to meet patient needs. The registered nurse demonstrates through organizational skills, the ability to provide ease in flow of work. The registered nurse is knowledgeable and supportive of the hospital, department and nursing unit philosophies.Essential Key Job Responsibilities
Conducts care assessments and interprets assessment data to determine care needs and constraints in meeting these needs.
Successfully completes system-based and hospital specific competencies.
Maintains accurate documentation of observations, treatments, teaching, medications, care given, patient response, and integrates into plan of care.
In collaboration with patients and families (as defined by the patient) the Registered Nurse is responsible for evaluating, planning, directing and administering care to the patient. Implements plan of care based upon established standards of care/practice, policies, and procedures, incorporating cultural, religious, psychosocial, physical, and age-related issues.
Possesses knowledge of medications, and administers safely and accurately.
Appropriately delegates and supervises routine technical functions to non-licensed and licensed personnel.
In collaboration with the patient/family the RN evaluates patient outcomes and revises the patient’s plan of care.
Negotiates with the patient/family and health care team members to come to an acceptable resolution of conflicts resulting from patient care or organizational issues.
Demonstrates an appreciation of the hospital mission as a teaching institution by acting as a resource for employees, students, and residents.
Is supportive of patient and family centered care, promoting that environment within the care provided. Includes family and patient in plan of care, providing teaching and support where needed.
Performs other duties assigned by authorized personnel or as required to meet the needs of the facility, and internal and external customers.
Other duties as assigned by management.
QualificationsRequired Education:
Graduation from an accredited/approved school of nursing. BSN preferred.
Required Licensure and Certifications:
Current Registered Nurse license in Kentucky
BLS
ACLS
Specialty certifications required based upon unit specifications
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Minimum two years of experience as an RN in an acute care facility.
Critical Care experience required.
Must be knowledgeable of current nursing practices.
Pay Range$45.00 - $45.00 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.