Medical/Surgical Registered Nurse - WKO

Category Medical / Surgical Job Location 320 W. 18th St., Hopkinsville, Kentucky Tracking Code 6019-31 WKO Position Type Full-Time/Regular Under general supervision, demonstrates proficiency in administering the fundamentals of the nursing process, contributes to the nursing assessment and the development of the nursing care plan, and participates in the evaluation of nursing care, in accordance with established philosophy. REQUIRED SKILLS • Excellent customer service skills. • Self-directing, able to work with little direct supervision. • Empathy for the needs of patients. • Effective oral and written communication skills. • Ability to communicate through spoken and written English. • Treats patients and others with courtesy and respect, presenting a positive public image. • Works well as a team member. • Ensures confidentiality and security of patients' medical information. WILL BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE TO THE FOLLOWING STUDER PHILOSOPHIES AND PRINCIPLES: • HCAPS Patient Perception • Hourly Rounding with intention • Bedside Shift Report • AIDET • Daily Huddles Required Skills Minimum Education: • Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing. • Bachelors of Science in Nursing preferred. Required Licenses: Registered Nurses • Must hold current license by the state of Kentucky or hold license in a compact state as a Registered Nurse. • BLS certification - American Heart Association (Healthcare Provider) or American Red Cross (Healthcare Provider) required, must be current. • ACLS preferred. Required Experience Minimum Work Experience: • One year experience in Nursing/Surgery preferred.