BHS·Elizabethtown, Kentucky
The Registered Nurse provides comprehensive direct nursing care for oncology infusion patients from admission through discharge. Responsibilities include assessing patient needs, implementing interventions, and collaborating with the care team to ensure outcome-focused care.
Registered Nurse - Oncology Infusion PRN; Shift Varies The Registered Nurse has the responsibility and accountability for direct comprehensive nursing care for the patient from admission to discharge. Planning, assessing, intervening, and evaluating the care of patient with an outcome focused approach from the initial assessment of patient, routine on-going assessment, implemented interventions as indicated, until and through the discharge of the patient, involving the patient, family, provider, and other members of the care team. Reviews and documents care provided, outcomes of care, and evaluations of care. Follows the professional standards of care. Applies evidence, professional standards, and best practice to bedside caregiving through critical thinking, experiential evidence, and evidence-based practices. Demonstrates ability to prioritize care based on changing assessment and needs of patients. Having ongoing communication with physicians and other departments in the hospital.
Associate of Science in Nursing (ADN) degree from an accredited institution. Current unrestricted licensure as a Registered Nurse in the state of Kentucky required. Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 90 days of hire. ONS and Chemotherapy/Biotherapy Certification required to be completed before completion of orientation. Oncology Certified Nurse required within two years of hire. Must obtain Crisis Prevention within 6 months.
Recent experience in specialty preferred. 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.
Market context
Kentucky nursing employers commonly look for licensed practical nurses who can step into school, pediatric, or long-term care settings and handle routine care with confidence. These roles can be competitive because an active Kentucky LPN license, current CPR/BLS, and comfort with complex medical needs are often expected, while the benefits package may include paid holidays, personal time, sick time, and a 401(k) match. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your license and certification status before applying.
