Overview

　　Flaget Memorial Hospital is a 52-bed facility located in Bardstown Kentucky. We provide care for patients from Nelson Hardin Marion Washington Spencer Bullitt and LaRue counties. Founded in 1951 by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth Flaget Memorial Hospital is nationally recognized for orthopedic care surgical care and inpatient satisfaction. We offer a complete array of services including cancer care heart care outpatient rehabilitation skilled nursing weight loss surgery pain management general surgery obstetrics and gynecology maternity care and sports medicine. The cancer center is proud to be able to provide full support and cancer care to patients through its medical and radiation oncology programs. CHI Saint Joseph Health supports 5000 active employees 8 hospitals specialty clinics and a Medical Group with more than 200 locations across Central and Eastern KY. CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health in 2019. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

　　Responsibilities

　　This position is eligible for up to a $10,000 sign-on bonus AND up to $24,000 Student Loan Assistance

　　The major focus of this position is the supervision of the patient care environment; supporting the care team. Primary customers include the staff, physicians, patients/families and other members of the health care team. As a member of the leadership team, monitors and maintains clinical standards of care; maintains shift accountability for the assurance of appropriate staffing resources and provision of quality patient care. Acts as and represents Unit leadership when the Nurse Manager is unavailable. Demonstrates knowledge of and delivers care in accordance with the Kentucky Nurse Practice Act. Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary team. Participates in maintaining staff competencies through education, mentoring and role modeling. Supports the Nurse Manager in interviewing and hiring employees; training employees; planning, assigning and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and mentoring/coaching employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

　　Essential Key Job Responsibilities

　　Provides direct supervision of personnel practicing on Nursing Units, makes patient care assignments, evaluates assignments, facilitates patient throughput, and directly observes staff performance.

　　Proactively matches existing resources seeking ways to provide patient care that supports staff and maintains a therapeutic environment

　　Monitors productivity and assures that staffing and resources are aligned with patient care needs.

　　Communicates personnel related concerns to Unit Manager.

　　Uses a logical, systematic approach to problems and problem-solving.

　　Key Tasks (to include development, implementation, facilitation, support, collaboration, etc.)

　　Maintains Unit Professional standards.

　　Maintains confidentiality of information of the department.

　　Contributes to the efficient operation of the department.

　　Other duties as assigned by management.

　　Qualifications

　　Required Education for Staff Job Levels

　　BSN Degree OR ADN with 3 years of RN experience and requirement to obtain BSN within 3 years.

　　Required Licensure and Certifications

　　Current RN license in the State of Kentucky. See attached grid for required certifications.

　　Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

　　Minimum of 2 years RN experience required.

　　Minimum of 1 year RN-Charge experience required.

　　Equivalent leadership capabilities will be considered in lieu of the leadership experience requirement based on executive leadership approval.

　　PREFERRED Qualifications

　　Must be able to demonstrate advanced skills and abilities of a registered nurse, practicing within the nursing scope of practice. Must have ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Also, be able to interpret an extensive variety of instructions and deliver successful results. Critical thinking and problem solving skills and must be moderately advanced with experience in handling complex situations and conflicts. Microsoft Office, Clinical Documentation, Payroll system

　　Pay Range

　　$35.12 - $52.32 /hour

　　We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.