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Memorial Physician Practices

Registered Nurse, PACU

Memorial Physician Practices, Somerset, Kentucky, United States, 42501

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Registered Nurse (RN) – PACU Recovery Full Time

Days

Commitment Bonus: $15,000

At Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a registered nurse (RN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier.

About our Health System Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is a 295 bed hospital located in Somerset, Kentucky, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier.

Education and License Education: Associate's Degree in Nursing required (current RN license in state of practice). \ License/Certifications: Current RN license in state of practice; BLS required; ACLS and PALS within 1 year of hire.

Department/Unit Summary

Monday - Friday position, with limited weekend requirements.

Limited call – one night call every other week, and one weekend call rotating through entire department (usually works out to be every 10-12 weeks).

Phase 1 recovery – recover patient for 30 minutes to one hour, then send to Phase 2 and hand off to another nurse.

Phase 2 recovery – go over discharge paperwork with family member, give patient snack and medicine. Free to discharge if they meet requirements.

How you'll contribute You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan‑of‑care intervention and serving as a patient‑care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting‑edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

What we offer

$15,000 Commitment Bonus

Clinical Ladder

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible‑spending and health‑savings accounts

Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full‑time employees

Income‑protection programs, such as life, accident, critical‑injury insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, and identity theft coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Loan assistance

401(k) matching

Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness

Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications and Requirements Applicants should have a current state RN license or a current multistate compact license and possess an associate or bachelor's degree from an accredited nursing school.

Position Summary Provides direct and indirect patient care in the Recovery/Post‑Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) using the nursing process of assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. Meets the physical, psychosocial, and cultural needs of patients and families. Communicates effectively with all members of the healthcare team regarding changes in patient condition or response to treatment. Reports to the Director of Surgery.

Patient Populations Served: Neonate, Infant, Early Childhood, Late Childhood, Adolescent, Young Adult, Middle Adult, Older Adult.

Physical Requirements Frequent standing, walking, lifting/moving patients, and repetitive hand/arm movements. Regular exposure to biological and chemical hazards.

EEOC Statement "Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Contact Please contact Melissa Taylor by texting 606‑731‑0734, calling 270‑576‑6023, or schedule a time and date that works for you.

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