RN Jobs in Bowling Green, KY

Registered Nurses (RN) play a pivotal role in the nursing industry, providing critical care and support to patients across a variety of healthcare settings. These professionals are responsible for assessing patient conditions, recording medical histories, administering treatments, performing diagnostic tests, and educating patients on their illnesses or injuries. RNs are also essential in implementing and evaluating patient care plans, communicating with healthcare teams, and advocating for patient rights. They may specialize in various areas such as critical care, pediatrics, or geriatrics.

Before becoming a RN, a person may have roles such as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or a Medical Assistant (MA). These positions provide valuable experience and insight into the nursing profession. To become a RN, individuals must earn a diploma, associate degree, or bachelor's degree in nursing. They must then pass the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX-RN) to become licensed. Additional certifications and skills RNs should have include Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS). Critical thinking, communication, empathy, and attention to detail are also vital skills for this role.

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Travel PCU Stepdown RN

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 8 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 8 days ago

Nurse provides care to patients who are transitioning from intensive care to medical-surgical or general inpatient units....

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Travel ICU RN

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Aberdeen, KY (20 miles from Bowling Green, KY)
  • 12 days ago
  • Aberdeen, KY (20 miles from Bowling Green, KY)
  • 12 days ago

: Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN) certification TNCC, NIHSS certification Other certifications or licenses may be required for this position Summary: The ICU Registered Nurse is responsible for...

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Travel Cath Lab RN

  • Fusion Medical Staffing
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 2 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 2 days ago

Travel Cath Lab RN Company: Fusion Medical Staffing Location: Facility in Bowling Green, Kentucky Job Details Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Cardiac Cath Lab RN for a 13-week travel assignment...

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Progressive Care RN

  • TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 4 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 4 days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications The Registered Nurse performs direct patient care within the scope of the Registered Nurse Practice Act. Utilizes therapeutic communication in daily practice....

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Critical Care Nurse Manager

  • TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 5 days ago

Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Kentucky or compact state required. 4 years of critical care nursing care experience required. 3-5 years of charge RN or related leadership...

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Ortho Med Surg Clinical Nurse Coord

  • TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 5 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 5 days ago

RN licensure by Tennessee Board of Nursing or a Board of Nursing from a compact state. BLS from the American Heart Association....

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Ortho Med Surg RN

  • TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 10 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 10 days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications The Registered Nurse performs direct patient care within the scope of the Registered Nurse Practice Act....

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RN Ortho Med Surg

  • TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 10 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 10 days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications The Registered Nurse performs direct patient care within the scope of the Registered Nurse Practice Act....

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Med Surg Ortho RN

  • TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 12 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 12 days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications The Registered Nurse performs direct patient care within the scope of the Registered Nurse Practice Act. Utilizes therapeutic communication in daily practice....

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Clinical Nurse Coordinator

  • TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 15 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 15 days ago

RN licensure by Tennessee Board of Nursing or a Board of Nursing from a compact state. BLS from the American Heart Association....

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Critical Care RN

  • TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 15 days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 15 days ago

Submit your application for the opportunity below: Critical Care RN Job Summary and Qualifications Registered nurses provide and coordinate care for patients....

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RN Critical Care

  • TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications Registered nurses provide and coordinate care for patients....

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RN Telemetry

  • TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary and Qualifications The Registered Nurse performs direct patient care within the scope of the Registered Nurse Practice Act....

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Operating Room Nurse

  • TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 45+ days ago

) Registered Nurse Associate Degree OR Circulating Experience REQUIRED!...

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RN Progressive Care

  • TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bowling Green, KY
  • 45+ days ago

Apply today for our RN Progressive Care Unit opportunity. Job Summary and Qualifications The Progressive Care Registered Nurse coordinates and delivers high quality, patient-centered care....

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Demographic Data for Bowling Green, KY

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Salary for RN Jobs in Bowling Green, KY

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for RN positions.



Highest Education Level

RNs in Bowling Green, KY offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
40.4%
Associate's Degree
24.1%
Master's Degree
16.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
9.2%
High School or GED
6.4%
Doctorate Degree
2.6%
Some College
0.7%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by RNs in Bowling Green, KY
1-2 years
34.5%
None
19.4%
Less than 1 year
18.4%
4-6 years
13.4%
6-8 years
12.9%
2-4 years
1.4%


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