Rn Jobs in Kentucky

Job Title: Registered Nurse ICU Travel Jobs Company: Medical Connections Location: Maysville, KY Description: Immediate Travel Position Available! Full Time Registered Nurse ICU Travel Jobs Hospital Shift: 12 hrs – Nights Start: ASAP Your Pay & Benefits Package YOUR WAY! From the day you make your first contact with the Medical Connections team, our focus will be on connecting you with the experiences and benefits that best fit your goals and dreams. As a traveler with Medical Connections, you’re our employee, a privilege that gives you the opportunity to choose from some of the best benefits in the industry, including but are not limited to: Sign-on & Completion Bonuses available on select assignments. Free Medical/Dental coverage on first day Free Private Housing Personalized Pay & Stipend Package Tax Free Travel Allowance Matching 401K Free CEU’s This assignment requires: Must have 1 year experience in current specialty; Must have current BCLS/CPR card. Must have current state license Must Circulate *All paperwork must be completed and returned prior to start date. We encourage all of our travelers to fill out our online application at http://app.medicalconnections.com so we can help expedite your search. If you have any questions or would like to inquire about this position please email us at Register to View To contact a Travel Recruiter call Register to View or fax your resume to Register to View .

Job Title: Psychiatric RN (Home Health) - Full Time Company: Amedisys Location: Louisville, KY Description: Requisition Number 10-0374 Title Psychiatric RN (Home Health) - Full Time City Louisville State ky Description  Company Overview: Since 1982,AmedisysHome Health has grown to be a national leader in the home healthcare industry meeting high expectations for rewarding careers. We are currently seeking an experienced Psych/Mental Health Registered Nursefor our home health agency. Join a medical company named a "Best Small Company" by Forbes magazine for the past four years running! We are growing rapidly and seeking dynamic healthcare professionals which is why we need YOU! We believe what we do is an honor and a privilege - we make it possible for patients to remain where they prefer to be - in their homes. And we believe that each and every employee is responsible for our success - one person at a time.PSYCHIATRIC/MENTAL HEALTH REGISTERED NURSE  Duties of Psych/Mental Health Registered Nurse include: * Responsible for furnishing comprehensive, skilled, psychiatric-nursing services to psychiatric patients in their place of residence, including children, adolescents, and adults. Requirements  QUALIFICATIONS 1.  Current and unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse specific to that state the employee is assigned to work by the Company 2.  Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC)documents the following: The mutual recognition model of nurse licensure allows a nurse to have one license (in his or her state of residency) and to practice in other states (both physical and electronic), subject to each states practice law and regulation. Nurses must legally reside in a NLC state to be eligible to have a multi-state license.  3.  A registered nurse with a masters degree in psychiatric or mental health nursing or a registered nurse with a bachelors degree in nursing with one year of experience in an active treatment unit in a psychiatric or mental health hospital or outpatient clinic or ? a registered nurse with a diploma or associates degree with two years experience in an active treatment unit in a psychiatric or mental health hospital or outpatient clinic. On an individual basis, other combinations of education and experience may be considered. 4.  Must have good verbal and written communication skills and evaluation techniques and demonstrate knowledge of clinical skills, judgment, current nursing practices and analytical capabilities. 5.  Must be familiar with Medicare, Medicaid, and other third-party payor guidelines. 6.  Must have a current drivers license, agency-required automobile liability insurance, and availability of personal, dependable transportation to conduct home visits. 7.  Able to assess patient status and identify requirements relative to age specific needs. 8.  Must be familiar with general use and functions of the computer, such as, user names and password concepts; internet; e-mail; navigation of computer desktop, including starting programs, using files, and windows, effectively use navigation buttons and tool bars; ability to self-manage online HR services and online training programs. a href="CanLogin.aspx? __JobID=*D4ED5E8225C7A673&__RT=*2121BF73EBC1EF25B67FA995E21A6E9B3BCC01AB844D7DE786BF6128DD Register to View 27E9EF24" title="Please refer to job code ys-*D4ED5E8225C7A673 when responding to this ad.

Job Title: Registered Nurse Operating Room Travel Job... Company: Medical Connections Location: Maysville, KY Description: Immediate Travel Position Available! Full Time Registered Nurse Operating Room Travel Jobs Hospital Shift: Days 8hrs Start: 3/7/10 Your Pay & Benefits Package YOUR WAY! From the day you make your first contact with the Medical Connections team, our focus will be on connecting you with the experiences and benefits that best fit your goals and dreams. As a traveler with Medical Connections, you’re our employee, a privilege that gives you the opportunity to choose from some of the best benefits in the industry, including but are not limited to: Sign-on & Completion Bonuses available on select assignments. Free Medical/Dental coverage on first day Free Private Housing Personalized Pay & Stipend Package Tax Free Travel Allowance Matching 401K Free CEU’s This assignment requires: Must have 1 year experience in current specialty; Must have current BCLS/CPR card. Must have current state license Must Circulate *All paperwork must be completed and returned prior to start date. We encourage all of our travelers to fill out our online application at http://app.medicalconnections.com so we can help expedite your search. If you have any questions or would like to inquire about this position please email us at Register to View To contact a Travel Recruiter call Register to View or fax your resume to Register to View .

Job Title: RN Case Manager- Quality/Risk Management Company: Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital Location: Somerset, KY Description: Job Summary: Case Management is a collaborative process of assessment, planning, facilitation and advocacy for options and services to meet an individuals health needs through communication and available resources to promote quality cost-effective outcomes. The case manager conducts a comprehensive assessment of the clients health needs in order to develop a plan of care. The case manager plans with the patient, the primary care physician, other health care providers, the payer, and the community to maximize health care response and quality, cost-effective outcomes. The case manager facilitates communication and coordination between members of the health care team, involving the patient and family in the decision-making process in order to minimize fragmentation of the health care delivery system. The case manager educates the patient and members of the health care delivery team about case management, the health care and treatment options, community resources, insurance benefits, psychosocial concerns, etc., so that informed decisions can be made. The case manager problem-solves, exploring options to care when available and alternative plans when necessary to achieve desired outcomes. The case manager encourages appropriate use of health care services and strives to improve quality of care and maintain cost-effectiveness on a case-by-case basis. The case manager strives to achieve patient empowerment. Ideally, the case manager is an advocate for both the patient and the payer to facilitate positive outcomes for the patient, the health care team, and the payer. However, when a conflict arises, the needs of the patient must be the priority.(This definition and summary of the case managers role is taken directly from the CMSA standards of practice)

Job Title: Registered Nurse - Critical Care Float, Full Time-Days Company: Catholic Health Initiatives Location: Lexington, KY Description: This job is responsible for directing and coordinating members of the care team, focusing on the provision of individualized quality patient care consistent with organizational standards. Develops the patient plan of care in partnership with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and patient/family. This position is responsible for providing care to the patient who is hemodynamically unstable and requires complex monitoring of multiple systems and/or nursing interventions every one to two hours.Essential DutiesManages and coordinates the care of patients within ICU, Telemetry, Medical Surgical and the Emergency Services environment, utilizing the nursing process, which includes assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.Supervises and/or provides all nursing care provided to an assigned patient population. Any delegated care is based on the abilities and limitations of care personnel and patient acuity. Continually monitors the performance of the team members reporting to the RN and adjusts the delivery of care or clinical technique appropriate to the patient.Collaborates and communicates effectively with the interdisciplinary team.Accountable for patient/family education in collaboration with interdisciplinary care team and patient/family.Documents nursing care and patient status in accordance with the nursing process and standards of care.Provides a safe environment and promotes quality patient care through adherence to established standards.Identifies opportunities for and participates in performance improvement activities.Demonstrates competent professional practice, and engages in opportunities for professional growth.Contributes to the productivity and professional environment of the department.Provides continuous cardiac monitoring, arrhythmia recognition and intervention.Initiates and titrates multiple, complex cardiac related infusions at higher doses.Manages intubated/mechanically ventilated patients. Manages patients with acute neurological/neurosurgical events.Manages acute post-surgical patients.

Job Title: Registered Nurse - 4A Medical, full-time, nights Company: Catholic Health Initiatives Location: Lexington, KY Description: Knowledgeable of the nursing process and the professional standards of nursing. Applies knowledge of basic growth and development to perform assessments. Provides care based on the physical and psychosocial needs of the patient.Essential DutiesAssesses and interprets patient status/information based on knowledge of growth/development and age; recognizes basic changes based on the assessment.Prioritizes, initiates, and delegates appropriate interventions based on assessed patient need.Demonstrates ability to administer medication and treatments safely and effectively based on age and development of patient.Demonstrates the ability to use, maintain, and troubleshoot patient care equipment.Initiates discharge planning based on assessed needs and follows through as appropriate.Completes all patient care documents according to policy (i.e., Nursing Notes, Admission Assessments, MARs, Restraint Document, etc.).

Job Title: RN - 4S (Acute Psych) Company: Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration Location: Lexington, KY Description: Relocation expenses are Not authorized for these positions.Acute adult psychiatry experience preferred, BSN preferredBe a member of a team providing compassionate healthcare to veterans.  We are an employer of choice who is a center of excellence in patient care, education and research.  We value trust, respect, commitment, compassion, and excellence; we value you.  Go to http://www.va.gov/ for more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs.   KEY REQUIREMENTS: U.S. Citizenship Designated and/or Random Drug Testing required. Background and/or Security Investigation required.

Job Title: Registered Nurse - Ortho/Neuro, PRN, days Company: Catholic Health Initiatives Location: Lexington, KY Description: This job is responsible for directing and coordinating members of the care team, focusing on the provision of individualized quality patient care consistent with organizational standards. Develops the patient plan of care in partnership with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, and patient/family.Essential DutiesManages and coordinates the care of patients in a defined care delivery model, utilizing the nursing process, which includes assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.Supervises and/or provides all nursing care provided to an assigned patient population. Any delegated care is based on the abilities and limitations of care personnel and patient acuity. Continually monitors the performance of the team members reporting to the RN and adjusts the delivery of care or clinical technique appropriate to the patient.Collaborates and communicates effectively with the interdisciplinary team.Accountable for patient/family education in collaboration with interdisciplinary care team and patient/family.Documents nursing care and patient status in accordance with the nursing process and standards of care.Provides a safe environment and promotes quality patient care through adherence to established standards.Identifies opportunities for and participates in performance improvement activities.Demonstrates competent professional practice, and engages in opportunities for professional growth.Contributes to the productivity and professional environment of the department.Performs related duties as required.

Job Title: Registered Nurse #13 Company: Lincoln Trail Behavioral Health Location: Radcliff, KY Description: The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing professional nursing care, using the nursing process, to patients within the treatment milieu (child, adolescent, adult, and geriatric), according to the Standards of Nursing Practice and Care. The Registered Nurse assists in patient nursing care to meet the spiritual, emotional, and physiological need of patients served. This position involves the administration of medications and treatment in accordance with physician orders and established nursing policies and procedures.   Requirements EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Graduate of an approved school of nursing. Current RN licensure or work permit in the state of Kentucky. This position requires medium skill level in Math and Language and a high level in reason. No experience is required; however, psychiatric nursing is preferred. Must possess knowledge of developmental stages of children, adolescents, geriatrics, and adults, and the social, cultural, and environmental influences on both patient and family members. Must have knowledge of family dynamics, adaptive/maladaptive coping skills that families use, parenting skills, and ability to work with family systems in effort to resolve conflicts. Must have basis understanding of chemically dependent families and sources available in communities to provide support to the patient and family. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions in written, oral and diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in many different situations. LANGUAGE SKILLS: Must be able to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken and written word. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demand as described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable the individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This position will include moderately strenuous work requiring the ability to lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds. An employee must have sufficient strengths and agility to participate in psychiatric crisis requiring therapeutic physical restraint of patient who have lost self-control. Occasional stooping, kneeling, and reaching are required. Must be able to accurately perceive the nature and quality of sound and perceive visual impressions related to shape, size, distance, motion and have near normal visual acuity and color perception. The job requires 10% sitting and 90% standing or walking. The employee may participate in physical restraint of patients. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Job Title: Medical Surgical Telemetry Registered Nurse (rn) Job in LOUISVILLE, KY Company: Federal Government Jobs Location: Louisville, KY Description: Job Description (Please follow all instructions carefully) Job Title: Medical/Surg /Telemetry RN Department: Department Of Veterans Affairs Agency: Veterans Health Administration Job Announcement Number: RN4N03082010 Salary Range: 44,439.00 - 90,401.00 USD /yearSalary will be determined by the Nurse Professional Standards Board based on experience and education Series & Grade: VN-0610-1/3 Open Period: Monday, March 08, 2010 to Friday, April 30, 2010 Position Information: Full-Time  Permanent Duty Locations: 1 vacancy - Louisville Metro area, KY Who May Be Considered: Applications will be accepted from United States citizens and nationals. Job Summary: Louisville VA Medical Center (VAMC) provides an employment opportunity that is unmatched in the surrounding area. The VA offers compassionate health care to our nation's heroes, while 'outperforming America's best private hospitals' National Committee for Quality Assurance. With direct patient care positions in Acute Care Med/Surg, Ambulatory Care, Critical Care, Emergency Care, Mental Health, Polytrauma, Rehabilitation, and Specialty Services alongside our administrative nursing opportunities you are guaranteed to find your perfect fit at the Louisville VAMC.   Become a part of our dynamic team of leaders where trust, respect, commitment, and performance for excellence are rewarded by benefits and growth opportunity you won't find anywhere else.  Applications received in response to this announcement will be maintained on file in the Nurse Recruitment office until the closing date of this announcement. Only those names on file will be considered. Qualification determinations will be done at that time and a list of qualified candidates will be referred to the service.      You can make a difference serving those who served their country.   For more information on Louisville, KY click here.Key Requirements: Licensure, Certification, or Registration required. Background and/or Security Investigation required. Major Duties: DUTIES:  Registered Nurse - Medical/Surgical/Telemetry Provides a full range of nursing care to patients with complex care needs assuming responsibility and accountability for nursing actions. Completes initial assessments and re-assessments of patient condition and response to treatment and other clinical findings.  Initiates follow-up as needed. Assesses patient's learning needs, learning preference and readiness to learn, develops and implements a plan to meet needs, and instructs patients and families. Promotes discharge planning and continuity of care through developing an individualized plan of care in collaboration with the patient/family and health care team. Administers prescribed therapies using appropriate judgment. Initiates referrals to other disciplines and/or services as appropriate. Documents In the medical record patient findings, assessments, and care provided. Frequently functions as the Charge Nurse on unit. Administers medication in accordance with established procedures/policy. Follows restraint and seclusion policy and procedure.   Applies restraints appropriately.  Applies nursing process in a flexible and adaptable manner. Follows accudata procedure.   Shift TBD. Flexibility to work weekends, shifts, and holidays. Our staff mix at the VA includes RN's, LPN's, and monitor technicians, who work with cutting-edge technology to support nurses and the entire patient care team. Qualifications: QUALIFICATION requirements for this position are as follows: 1.   Current full, active, restrictive RN licensure required. 2.   United States citizen or nationals. 3.   Graduate of an NLNAC or CCNE Accredited School of Professional Nursing. 4.   Physical Standards (In accordance with VA Directive and Handbook 5019). 5.   English Language Proficiency. 6.   Current BLS required, ACLS preferred. Selection criteria for this position are as follows.  These criteria are considered to be enhancing and will be used during the selection process. a.       BSN preferred. b.       One year Med/Surg /Telemetry experience preferred. c.       Practice history must demonstrate sound clinical skills, current knowledge of the field, and a working knowledge of the nursing process as it applies to nursing standards. Demonstrated involvement in patient/family and staff education and discharge planning. d.     Effective written and verbal communication skills, customer service and nursing technical skills. e.         Ability to work effectively with an interdisciplinary team. f.          Must have strong computer skills to effectively and efficiently work in a variety of software programs. g.       Demonstrated effective communication skills and excellent interpersonal relationships. h.       Candidates should assure that all experience, education certifications, etc., for which they wish to receive consideration, are documented in a current application or resume.  The resume must be submitted to Nurse Recruitment office by the closing date indicated above to be guaranteed consideration during the qualifications and interview process. All information will be evaluated at face value -- no assumptions will be made.Specialized Education:You must show successful completion of a full course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's degree or higher in the field related to the job to which you are applying. You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.After appointment, you will be subject to random testing for illegal drug use.You must have a certification, licensure, or registration credentials in Nursing for this position. In some cases, these may be substituted for experience and education.You will need to successfully complete a background security investigation before you can be appointed into this position.Applicants for this position must pass a pre-employment medical examination.How You Will Be Evaluated:You will be evaluated based upon the question responses you provide during a structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions you should be sure to cite specific examples of experience, explain exactly what you did, and the outcome.The VAMC conducts Performance Based Interviews. The RN Salary is determined by the Nurse Professional Standards Board (NPSB) for more information on this process and the qualification standards click here. Benefits: Registered Nurses at the VA who are employed full time earn 26 days of personal vacation time per year which begins to accrue your first day of work and may reach a maximum level of 85 days. Full time nurses also earn 13 days of sick time per year with no limit on accumulation and 10 paid federal holidays per year. For VA employees who are also a member of the military paid time off to serve is authorized up to 15 days per year.   Applicant selected may be eligible to apply for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP).  The final decision on an EDRP Award is contingent on the availability of funds.  For additional information please contact Angela Casey, Human Resources Management Service (05N), EDRP Coordinator at Register to View .   You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#FEHB.  Life insurance coverage is provided. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#life Long-Term Care Insurance is offered and carries into your retirement. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#ltci New employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. More info: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#retr Additional information concerning annual (vacation) leave: http://www.usajobs.gov/jobextrainfo.asp#VACA Additional inf