Registered Nurse - Transitional Care - No Experience Required

Job SummaryProvides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols of the healthcare organization.

Job Responsibilities* Implements and monitors patient care plans.* Monitors, records, and communicates patient condition as appropriate.

• Serves as a primary coordinator of all disciplines for well-coordinated patient care.* Notes and carries out physician and nursing orders.
• Assesses and coordinates patient's discharge planning needs with patient / family and members of the healthcare team.* Assesses learning needs of patient and family and provides education based on age, culture, and willingness to learn.
• Performs job duties in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act.Qualifications* Associate's degree or higher or Diploma in Nursing required upon hire AND* Bachelor's degree or higher in Nursing required within 5 years of employment in this position* No experience required* RN - Licensed as a Registered Nurse.

Eligible to practice nursing in the State of Kentucky required upon hire AND* BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 45 days of employment in this positionSkills and Attributes* Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.

Works under minimal supervision.* Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.* Department specific competencies for positions are detailed in the unit / department scope of service.

Physical Demands* Standing : Frequently* Walking : Frequently* Sitting : Occasionally* Lifting 0-25 lbs : Frequently* Lifting 25-75 lbs : Rarely* Lifting over 75 lbs : Rarely* Carrying 0-25 lbs : Frequently* Carrying 25-75 lbs : Rarely* Carrying over 75 lbs : Rarely* Pushing / Pulling 0-25 lbs : Frequently* Pushing / Pulling 25-75 lbs : Frequently* Pushing / Pulling over 75 lbs : Frequently* Climbing : Occasionally* Bending / Stooping : Frequently* Kneeling : Occasionally* Crouching / Crawling : Occasionally* Reaching : Frequently* Talking : Frequently* Hearing : Frequently* Repetitive Foot / Leg Movements : Rarely* Repetitive Hand / Arm Movements : Frequently* Keyboard Data Entry : Frequently* Running : Occasionally* Vision : Depth Perception : Frequently* Vision : Distinguish Color : Frequently* Vision : Seeing Far : Frequently* Vision : Seeing Near : FrequentlyOwensboro Health Core CommitmentsINTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.

RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.

TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.

INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.

SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.

EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.