Registered Nurse

Registered NurseThe Eastern Kentucky Veterans Center (EKVC) is a 120-bed long-term care facility providing skilled nursing and rehabilitative care exclusively to Kentucky's Veterans. Proudly operated by the Kentucky Department of Veterans Affairs, EKVC was built with a single purpose, to honor and care for those who have served our nation. We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our nursing team. This position provides professional nursing care to our Veteran residents while working closely with physicians, nursing staff, and other members of the interdisciplinary team to meet each resident's individual needs. If you are looking for an opportunity to use your nursing skills while making a meaningful difference in the lives of Kentucky's Veterans, we encourage you to apply.Responsibilities May Include, But Are Not Limited To:Assess resident needs and plan, implement, and evaluate individualized nursing careProvide direct professional nursing care to Veteran residentsMonitor resident conditions and promptly identify and report changes or concernsCoordinate and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to meet resident care needsProvide guidance and direction to nursing support staff in the delivery of resident careMaintain clear, accurate, and timely clinical documentationCommunicate clinical issues and resident updates to appropriate personnelRespond to emergency situations and provide appropriate nursing interventionsParticipate in staff education and serve as a preceptor during new employee orientationPromote a safe, supportive, and resident-centered care environmentPerform other related duties as assignedPreferred Skills And Abilities:Compassionate and resident-focused approach to nursing careStrong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skillsEffective communication and documentation skillsAbility to prioritize and respond appropriately to changing resident needsStrong teamwork and interpersonal skillsAbility to provide guidance and direction to other members of the nursing teamDependable, professional, and committed to providing high-quality careWorking at EKVC means being part of a mission-driven team that puts Veterans first. We foster a supportive environment built on compassion, dignity, and respect. If you're ready to use your nursing skills to serve those who served us, apply today.Minimum Requirements:EDUCATION: See Special Requirements.EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, OR SKILLS: NONESUBSTITUTE EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE: NONESUBSTITUTE EXPERIENCE FOR EDUCATION: NONESPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (AGE, LICENSURE, REGULATION, ETC.): Must be licensed in Kentucky as a registered nurse or possess a valid work permit issued by the Kentucky Board of Nursing. Must maintain any required licensure(s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials. Working Conditions Work is typically performed in a hospital or institutional setting. May be exposed to hazards common in hospitals or institutional settings which requires the following of safety procedures. Probationary Period This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Jade Owens at View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D