BHS·Corbin, Kentucky
Registered Nurses in the Critical Care Unit perform care requiring specialized knowledge, utilizing high-level assessment skills to design and ensure multidisciplinary patient care meeting holistic needs according to guidelines and standards. Responsibilities include completing assessments, updating care plans, evaluating interventions, developing education/discharge plans, delivering care per orders, handling emergencies, and facilitating patient flow.
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.
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.
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
Basic Cardiac Arrythmia: NIH Stroke Certification,
12 Lead Training
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)
Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation): Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
Retirement with Company Match
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Baptist health is an equal employment opportunity employer.
Market context
Registered Nurse openings in Kentucky are commonly driven by ongoing staffing needs in hospitals, clinics, and other care settings. These roles are competitive because employers often look for current Kentucky RN licensure or a work permit, an accredited nursing degree, and certifications such as ACLS, PALS, NRP, BLS, and dysrhythmia training. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certifications match the posting before applying.
