Nursing Jobs in Hopkinsville, KY

CNA Full-time
Christian Heights Nursing and Rehab

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Night Shift

apartment Christian Heights Nursing and Rehab location_onPembroke, KY
Come join our family here at Christian Heights. NEW WAGE SCALE Benefits include: Vacation, Sick time Health, Dental, Vision 401 k Life Insurance Same day pay available Referral Bonus FT/PT DAYS Shift diff available for 12 hour shift, $2/daytime shift, $3/night shift Position purpose: Ensures that resident’s personal care needs are being met in accordance with Resident’s wishes and Care Plan Objectives. Essential Functions of Position: Answers call lights to determine resident’s need and ensures call lights are within reach of resident. Ensures that residents who are unable to call for hep are checked frequently. Gives direct resident care such as bathing, dressing, and grooming of residents. Explains procedures to residents. Assists residents as necessary in their activities of daily living. Assists residents with bowel and bladder functions. Assists residents in preparing for and transporting to appointments, activities and social programs. Assists with lifting, positioning and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc., in keeping with specific resident safety needs. Provides incontinent care as needed. Dresses resident appropriate to the current weather. Notifies Supervisor if resident needs clothing. Changes bed linens. Handles linens according to infection control guidelines. Feeds residents requiring help and records meal intake. Offers fluids to residents frequently to ensure that residents are hydrated. Reviews and implements daily nursing needs as outlined by resident Care Plan or nurse managers. Transports residents or assists residents with mobility needs. Turns and repositions bedfast residents, alone or with assistance. Takes and records temp, B/P. Pulse, resp rate., Ht., Wt., and food and fluid intake and output, as directed. Monitor residents’ activities and reports any irregularities of resident performance to nurse managers. Participates in and receives nursing report upon reporting and departing to/from work. Reports all changes in residents’ conditions to supervisor Cleans all equipment used and returns to proper area after use. Maintains cleanliness of residents’ units, central bathing area, treatment and supply rooms, workrooms, and linen closets. Provided post-mortem care as instructed. Accurately records all care as directed. Participates and attends periodic in-services and staff meetings. Understands and adheres to the guidelines of “Residents Rights”. Perform additional duties as assigned. Education/Requirements: Prior experience in LTC preferred but not required. Able to effectively communicate with residents and nursing staff. Successful completion of State Approved Nursing Assistant Training and Competency Evaluation Program. Good standing in the state registry is required. CNA Certified Nursing Aide role #CNA # Topaz123
LPN Full-time
Jennie Stuart Health

Employee Health Registered Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse - Full Time

apartment Jennie Stuart Health location_onHopkinsville, KY
Assists in the completion of the nursing history. Delivers appropriate care. Utilization of critical thinking skills in prioritization of care. Participates in the development and prioritization of individualized plan of care. Collaborate with other disciplines in plan of care. Assists with discharge planning needs. Documents interventions that are accurate, pertinent, timely and legible. Perform pre-employment physicals and drug screening Administers meds correctly based on pt's age and clinical condition. Performs skills and tasks required by unit expectations. Provide safe environment. Includes pt, caregiver and disciplines in care, council and health teaching. Demonstrates correct use and troubleshooting of equipment. Evaluates the efficacy of medications, treatments and plan of care. Communicates evaluates to appropriate disciplines. Communicates concerns, assessments to the management. Provides health care at the best value without compromising pt care. Responsible and accountable for all actions. Practices within the scope of license. Completes initial employment health evaluation by reviewing rubella, rubeola, and HbsAB results. Evaluates the need for MMR or Hepatitis B vaccine. Ensures completion of TB skin testing, monitors cases requiring physician follow-up. Conducts annual TB skin testing for Hepatitis vaccine program. Administers JSMC's Workers Compensation program and facilitates employee role. Reviews occupational incident reports and maintains appropriate statistics for analysis of working environment and/ or need for employee awareness. Submits monthly and quarterly reports/data regarding injury rates, workers compensation, etc... Analyzes data and selects critical factors in initiating reports. Develops and conducts formal educational programs related to Employee Health. Provide regular Employee Health communications newsletter. Inform Administration of current or prospective occupational health hazards and recommend plan of action to alleviate problem. Investigates employee incidents which are inconsistent with policy/procedure. Investigates employee exposure incidents for appropriate follow-up/monitoring. Evaluates, consults and refers employees who have been injured or become ill on the job. Monitors absences of employees due to infectious illnesses, identifies trends and reports any epidemics. Administer FMLA in accordance with federal/state regulations, JSMC policy and procedure.
RN Full-time
BrightSpring Health Services

Registered Nurse

apartment BrightSpring Health Services location_onDawson Springs, KY
Our Company ResCare Community Living Overview Join a team of passionate and caring clinicians who make a difference in people's lives. Our nursing group focuses on compassion and meeting the needs of our clients in a variety of settings. If your passion is outstanding patient care coupled with a desire to help others live their best life, then come work for us. Apply today! Responsibilities Attends and actively participates in weekly team meetings Provides rehabilitation and coordinates medical needs for clients Medication Monitoring and Administration by oral medication or needle injections Orders, reviews, monitors, and discontinues medications as ordered by the physician Assists with keeping within assigned nursing budget Conducts assessments and approves plan of care and service delivery methods Performs competency and skills evaluations on employees who provide direct care Informs the physician and staff of changes in the client's medical or mental condition and needs Writes progress notes, summaries, and discharges Implements the treatment/rehabilitative activities and strategies Reports significant/major incidents or accidents and notifies proper authorities of circumstances or situations that present possible health hazards Follows consumer health plans and provides and promotes consumer choice and facilitate independence Assists in maintaining and updating nursing, pharmacy, infection control, and health and safety policies and procedures Other tasks as assigned Qualifications Must be 21 years of age Holds a bachelor's degree in nursing or related health and human services field from an accredited college or university OR an RN from an accredited two-year program Valid driver's license and insurance required About our Line of Business ResCare Community Living, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, has five decades of experience in the disability services field, providing support to individuals who need assistance with daily living due to an intellectual, developmental, or cognitive disability. We provide a comprehensive range of high-quality services, including: community living, adult host homes for adults regardless of disability, behavioral/mental health support, in-home pharmacy solutions, telecare and remote support, supported employment and training programs, and day programs. For more information, please visit www.rescarecommunityliving.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn. Salary Range USD $37.00 / Hour
Caregiver Full-time
Right at Home Clarksville, TN

Skilled Caregiver

apartment Right at Home Clarksville, TN location_onClarksville, TN
Immediate openings for Caregivers, CNAs, and HHAs! Join Right at Home Clarksville and become an essential part of our compassionate caregiving team. #BeEssential as a Right at Home Clarksville CNA or Personal Care Assistant! Shifts: Mornings/Days/Overnights, Part-Time/Full-Time, Short and Long Shifts! Caregiver Benefits: Why Caregivers Choose Right at Home Clarksville? Earn a competitive pay rate of $14-$15/hr Additional Pay on Weekends Flexible Scheduling Health Insurance Dental Employee Discount Programs Bonuses for Employee Referrals Paid Training and Development Caregiver Recognition & Rewards Programs Paid Travel Time Between Clients Plus Gas Incentives Weekly Pay, and Daily Pay available through TapCheck Award-Winning Care Great Place to Work® Certified Caregiver Responsibilities: As a caregiver with Right at Home Clarksville, you will assist clients with daily activities such as mobility, housekeeping, meal preparation, personal hygiene, medication reminders, and more. Your role may also include providing companionship and support during appointments and errands. Caregiver Requirments: One year of personal or professional caregiving experience. High school graduate or G.E.D. certificate preferred. Ability to lift/move 50 lbs without assistance. Proficient in English (reading, writing, speaking). Valid driver’s license and current automobile insurance. Pass a background check. A TB test or ability to receive one CNA, Home Health Aide, or Personal Care Aide certification preferred but not required. Join our team and grow your in-home caregiving career with a company that values your passion for supporting the seniors in our community. Right at Home Clarksville is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates, supports, and promotes diversity and inclusion. We will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or gender identity, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.
LPN Full-time
BrightSpring Health Services

Licensed Practical Nurse

apartment BrightSpring Health Services location_onDawson Springs, KY
Our Company ResCare Community Living Overview Plans and manages patient care according to each patient's needs. Interviews patients and records their medical history and physical condition. Obtains patient vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration. Provides routine care for patients. Responsibilities Provide 1:1 care for client always following client’s plan of care while maintaining client's dignity and independence Monitoring clients’ vital statistics and reporting abnormal findings to the case manager and physician assessments Performs medication administration, feedings, oxygen, ostomy care as needed per client's plan of care and provided assessments of results Complete routines as established by other care professionals such as Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapist, and Speech Therapist Ensures infection control policies are maintained at all times, reports possible communicable diseases or infections, and ensures the overall implementation and practice of infection control procedures are implemented Accurately documents nursing actions of all care given and communicates with family, case manager, and physicians as well as documents the progress and outcomes for established goals and informs physician, case manager, and families of changes in client's medical condition and needs Orders supplies and medications, as needed, to ensure adequate amounts are on hand at all times Ensures all patient needs are being met in accordance with the instructions of the physician. Monitors incidents involving individuals. Ensures incident reports are completed timely, accurately, and case managers are informed; examines the individual following the incident Ensures all medical equipment is maintained and reports faulty equipment to Durable Medical Equipment for repair Other duties as assigned Qualifications Completed post-secondary coursework to facilitate licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse Knowledge of individual service plans, including understanding of client rights and health needs Proof of current license as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse in good standing from the state(s) of practice CPR Certified Excellent interpersonal skills, including customer service, patience, empathy, and compassion In-depth understanding of patient care policies and regulations Familiarity with symptoms and signs of improvement for several medical conditions Moderate amount of travel between facilities may be required About our Line of Business ResCare Community Living, an affiliate of BrightSpring Health Services, has five decades of experience in the disability services field, providing support to individuals who need assistance with daily living due to an intellectual, developmental, or cognitive disability. We provide a comprehensive range of high-quality services, including: community living, adult host homes for adults regardless of disability, behavioral/mental health support, in-home pharmacy solutions, telecare and remote support, supported employment and training programs, and day programs. For more information, please visit www.rescarecommunityliving.com. Follow us on Facebook and LinkedIn. Salary Range USD $28.00 / Hour
LPN Full-time
Charter Senior Living of Hopkinsville

Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

apartment Charter Senior Living of Hopkinsville location_onHopkinsville, KY
LPN – Licensed Practical Nurse (12-Hour Shifts | Day & Night) Location: Hopkinsville, KY Full-Time | Assisted Living & Memory Care | Enhance the Human Spirit — One Shift at a Time Join Charter Senior Living , where every shift is more than a job — it’s a chance to make a lasting impact in the lives of seniors. We’re looking for compassionate and dedicated LPNs (Licensed Practical Nurses) for both Day and Night 12-Hour Shifts who are passionate about serving older adults with dignity, respect, and a smile. If you’re ready for a rewarding career that values your skills, your heart, and your balance — this is the opportunity for you. Our Mission To Enhance the Human Spirit Our Core Values Serve with Heart Serve with Purpose Serve with Courage Have Fun While Serving Position Summary: LPN – Licensed Practical Nurse As an LPN at Charter Senior Living , you are a cornerstone of compassionate care in our Assisted Living and Memory Care programs. You’ll provide hands-on nursing support, medication administration, care plan implementation, and leadership to ensure each resident enjoys a safe, fulfilling, and meaningful life. You’ll also play a key role in promoting teamwork, mentoring caregivers, and maintaining strong communication with residents, families, and staff. Key Responsibilities Administer medications and treatments in accordance with state regulations and company standards Conduct resident health assessments and contribute to individualized care plans Monitor resident condition changes and communicate promptly with leadership and families Supervise and support caregivers and CNAs to ensure quality care delivery Document all nursing services, assessments, and interventions accurately Uphold infection control and safety protocols to protect residents and staff Engage residents with patience, respect, and kindness, enhancing their overall quality of life Qualifications ✅ License: Current LPN license in the State of Kentucky (required) ✅ Experience: Prior nursing experience in senior living, long-term care, or memory care preferred ✅ Skills: Strong clinical, communication, and leadership skills ✅ Schedule: Ability to work 12-hour shifts (Day or Night) with reliability and flexibility ✅ Attributes: Compassionate, dependable, and team-oriented Why You’ll Love Working With Us Get Paid Today with ZayZoon! – access your earnings when you need them FREE Medical Insurance Plan for eligible team members Paid Time Off, Paid Training & Holiday Pay Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Perfect Attendance Bonus – earn up to $100/month Career Growth Opportunities – we promote from within! Supportive, Family-Oriented Culture – where your voice matters and your work is valued What Our Team Says “It truly feels like a family at Charter.” “The residents are an extension of my family now.” “Charter really means it when they say they enhance the human spirit.” “We have fun while serving — our residents enhance our spirits every day.” Join a Team That Truly Cares If you’re a dedicated Kentucky Licensed LPN who believes in compassionate care, teamwork, and purpose, we invite you to apply today and join our mission to Enhance the Human Spirit — one shift at a time. Charter Senior Living – Enhancing the Human Spirit, One Life at a Time. #HPINDEED
CNA Full-time
Christian Heights Nursing and Rehab

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) Day Shift Night Shift

apartment Christian Heights Nursing and Rehab location_onPembroke, KY
Come join our family here at Christian Heights. NEW WAGE SCALE Benefits include: Vacation, Sick time Health, Dental, Vision 401 k Life Insurance Same day pay available Referral Bonus FT/PT DAYS Shift diff available for 12 hour shift, $2/daytime shift, $3/night shift Position purpose: Ensures that resident’s personal care needs are being met in accordance with Resident’s wishes and Care Plan Objectives. Essential Functions of Position: Answers call lights to determine resident’s need and ensures call lights are within reach of resident. Ensures that residents who are unable to call for hep are checked frequently. Gives direct resident care such as bathing, dressing, and grooming of residents. Explains procedures to residents. Assists residents as necessary in their activities of daily living. Assists residents with bowel and bladder functions. Assists residents in preparing for and transporting to appointments, activities and social programs. Assists with lifting, positioning and transporting residents into and out of beds, chairs, bathtubs, wheelchairs, lifts, etc., in keeping with specific resident safety needs. Provides incontinent care as needed. Dresses resident appropriate to the current weather. Notifies Supervisor if resident needs clothing. Changes bed linens. Handles linens according to infection control guidelines. Feeds residents requiring help and records meal intake. Offers fluids to residents frequently to ensure that residents are hydrated. Reviews and implements daily nursing needs as outlined by resident Care Plan or nurse managers. Transports residents or assists residents with mobility needs. Turns and repositions bedfast residents, alone or with assistance. Takes and records temp, B/P. Pulse, resp rate., Ht., Wt., and food and fluid intake and output, as directed. Monitor residents’ activities and reports any irregularities of resident performance to nurse managers. Participates in and receives nursing report upon reporting and departing to/from work. Reports all changes in residents’ conditions to supervisor Cleans all equipment used and returns to proper area after use. Maintains cleanliness of residents’ units, central bathing area, treatment and supply rooms, workrooms, and linen closets. Provided post-mortem care as instructed. Accurately records all care as directed. Participates and attends periodic in-services and staff meetings. Understands and adheres to the guidelines of “Residents Rights”. Perform additional duties as assigned. Education/Requirements: Prior experience in LTC preferred but not required. Able to effectively communicate with residents and nursing staff. Successful completion of State Approved Nursing Assistant Training and Competency Evaluation Program. Good standing in the state registry is required. CNA Certified Nursing Aide role #CNA
CMA Full-time
Jennie Stuart Health

ENT Certified Medical Assistant / Medical Assistant - Full Time

apartment Jennie Stuart Health location_onHopkinsville, KY
Provides patient care in an office setting under the supervision of the medical provider. Meets the communication needs of the patient / family and medical provider. Maintains and follows regulatory requirement and policies and procedures. Communicates with medical providers and staff about patient’s clinical condition.
RN Full-time
Fresenius Medical Care

Registered Nurse

apartment Fresenius Medical Care location_onHopkinsville, KY
PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The professional registered nurse Outpatient RN CAP 1 is an entry level designation into the Clinical Advancement Program (CAP). This position is accountable and responsible for the provision and coordination of clinically competent care including assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation for an assigned group of patients. This may include delegation of appropriate tasks to direct patient care staff including but not limited to RNs, LVN/LPNs and Patient Care Technicians. As a member of the End Stage Kidney Disease (ESKD) health care team, this position participates in decision-making, teaching, leadership functions, and quality improvement activities that enhance patient care outcomes and facility operations. PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: All duties and responsibilities are expected to be performed in accordance with Fresenius Kidney Care policy, procedures, standards of nursing practice, state and federal regulations. · Performs all essential functions under the direction of the Supervisor and with guidance from the Clinical Educator, Preceptor or in collaboration with other Registered Nurses. · Performs ongoing, systematic collection and analysis of patient data pre – during – post hemodialysis treatment for assigned patients and documents in the patient medical record, makes adjustments or modifications to treatment plan as indicated and notifies Team Leader, Charge Nurse, Supervisor or Physician as needed. · Assesses, collaborates, and documents patient/family’s basic learning needs to provide initial and ongoing education to patients and family. · Directs and provides, in collaboration with direct and ancillary patient care staff, all aspects of the daily provision of safe and effective delivery of hemodialysis therapy to assigned patients. · Administers medications as prescribed or in accordance with approved algorithm(s), and documents appropriate medical justification and effectiveness. · Initiates or assists with emergency response measures. · Serves as a resource for health care team, participates in staff training and orientation of new staff as assigned. · Ensures correct laboratory collection, processing and shipping procedures are performed and reschedules missed or insufficient laboratory collections. · Identifies expected outcomes, documents and updates the nursing assessment and plan of care for assigned patients through collaboration with the Interdisciplinary Team. · Ensures patient awareness related to transplant and treatment modality options. · Required to complete CAP requirements to advance. · Performs all other duties as assigned by Supervisor. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. · The position provides direct patient care that regularly involves heavy lifting, moving of patients and assisting with ambulation. Equipment aids and/or coworkers may provide assistance. · This position requires frequent, prolonged periods of standing and the employee must be able to bend over. · The employee may occasionally be required to move, with assistance, machines and equipment of up to 200 lbs., and may lift chemical and water solutions of up to 30 lbs. as high as 5 feet. · The work environment is characteristic of a health care facility with air temperature control and moderate noise levels. · May be exposed to infectious and contagious diseases/materials. · Day to day work includes desk work, computer work, interaction with patients, facility/hospital staff and physicians. · The position may require travel to training sites or other facilities. · May be asked to provide essential functions of this position in other locations with the same physical demands and working conditions as described above. SUPERVISION: Assigned oversight of Patient Care Technicians/LPNs/LVNs/RNs as a Team Leader or designated Nurse in Charge, after meeting all the following: · Successful completion of all FKC education and training requirements for new employees. · Must have a minimum of 9 months experience as a RN. · Must have a minimum of 3 months experience in chronic/acute hemodialysis as a RN. EDUCATION and LICENSURE: · Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing. · Current appropriate state licensure. · Current or successful completion of CPR BLS Certification. · Must meet the practice requirements in the state in which he or she is employed. EXPERIENCE AND REQUIRED SKILLS: · Entry level for RNs with less than 2 years of Nephrology Nursing experience as a Registered Nurse. · Chronic/acute hemodialysis experience (preferred). Fresenius Medical Care maintains a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal and state laws. Fresenius Medical Care is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, parental status, national origin, age, disability, military service, or other non-merit-based factors
RN ICU Travel Part-time
Aya Healthcare

Travel ICU RN job in Clarksville, TN - Make $1,354 to $1,583/week

apartment Aya Healthcare location_onClarksville, TN
Aya Healthcare has an immediate opening for the following position: ICU Registered Nurse in Clarksville, TN. We’ll work with you to build the healthcare career of your dreams. Whether you want a job close to home or across the country, we’ve got you. Job Details Pay: $1,354/week - $1,583/week Assignment Length: 13-week assignment Shift: 3, 12-Hour 18:45 - 07:15 At least one year of experience required Aya delivers: The most jobs in the industry. We have the largest and most reliable job database, which means the jobs you see are open, updated in real time and ready for you! Competitive advantage over other agencies. Front-of-the-line access through our direct facility relationships — many with quick (even same-day) offers, giving you the best chance of securing your ideal opportunity. Expedited licensing and streamlined compliance. An industry-leading on-time start rate and strong relationships with boards of nursing across the country to accelerate the process in all 50 states. Expert career guidance. A dedicated recruiter to help you achieve your dream career. Travel, per diem, permanent — we have the reach and access to get you the jobs you want, and the expertise to help you realize your long-term goals. A best-in-class support system and an exceptional experience. Enjoy accurate, weekly pay, and an entire team dedicated to your happiness on assignment, 24/7. Plus, you get everything you expect from the largest healthcare staffing company in the industry: Exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment. Want to take time off? Keep insurance coverage for up to 24 days between assignments. A generous 401(k) match. Paid company housing (we’ll help you bring your pets along, too!) or a generous housing stipend, if eligible. Paid sick time in accordance with all applicable state, federal, and local laws. Aya’s general sick leave policy is that employees accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked. However, to the extent any provisions of the statement above conflict with any applicable paid sick leave laws, the applicable paid sick leave laws are controlling. The industry’s only clinical ladder program for RNs on assignment. Access to unlimited continuing education units online. Licensure, relocation and other reimbursements, when applicable. Pay listed above includes taxable wages and tax-free expense reimbursements. Aya is an Equal Employment Opportunity ("EEO") Employer and welcomes all to apply.
LPN Urgent Care Other
Jennie Stuart Health

Urgent Care Certified Medical Assistant/ Medical Assistant / LPN - PRN

apartment Jennie Stuart Health location_onHopkinsville, KY
This is a general job description, and not necessarily an extensive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, management reserves the right to revise the job or require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (i.e., emergencies, changes in personnel, workload, or technical developments). Essential Job Functions 1. Places the patients in the examination room. Takes histories and physical exam information. Obtains vital signs, ascertains patient complaint or reason for visit and enters the information into the patient’s record. Checks the patient record to insure all required information has been obtained and completed. 2. Completes disability status sheet and fax to proper places, as requested. 3. Writes school/work excuses and provider orders, and has provider sign. 4. Prior to patient visit, performs the following: a. Ensures that all equipment in exam room is clean and properly set up. b. Ensures supplies are adequate. 5. Cleans and restocks examination rooms for the day’s use. Reviews patient records, x-rays, and test results for the day’s visit and prepares necessary paperwork. 6. Accompanies the provider while seeing patients, when appropriate. 7. Screens telephone calls for the provider, and takes clinical messages, as appropriate. 8. Answers patient inquiries with respect to medical questions within the scope of practice and practice policy. 9. Takes calls from the pharmacist. Calls or electronically submits prescriptions and prescription refills to pharmacy as directed by the provider. 10. Coordinates diagnostic and laboratory services for patients on an outpatient basis such as PT, MRIs, Bone Scans, CTs, etc. and completes proper paperwork. 11. Assists provider in examination and surgical or diagnostic procedures and treatment, as well as preps patients. 12. Marks superbill or documents EHR for any procedures and injections performed and any supplies used. 13. Makes arrangements with proper agencies for administration of patient home health care as directed by provider. 14. Coordinates provider referrals to other providers and relays proper information about the patient. 15. Maintains all clinical equipment to include sterilizing, as applicable. Evaluates all equipment for damage or maintenance needs, and reports information to the Practice Manager. 16. Checks clinical supplies and initiates the ordering process. 17. Via electronic, paper or other forms of receipt reviews and completes clinical mail for the provider when appropriate/authorized. 18. Prepares patient insurance forms completely prior to giving to provider for review and signature.
Surgical Tech Full-time
Jennie Stuart Health

Surgery Certified Surgical Tech - Full Time

apartment Jennie Stuart Health location_onHopkinsville, KY
To act as a primary scrub person who handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment utilized for surgical procedures. Anticipates the needs of the surgeon and has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure. Has an understanding of the procedures being performed and is constantly on vigil for maintenance of the sterile field. adheres to departmental and AORN standards; Human Resource, hospital-wide, and departmental policies and procedures. Continuously monitors the quality of care delivered to our patients to promote efficacy, appropriateness, availability, timelines, effectiveness, continuity, safety, efficiency, and respect and caring. • Provides a safe environment. • Demonstrates use and troubleshooting of equipment. • Ability to take directions from RN. • Provides health care at the best value without compromising patient care. • Utilizes knowledge of anatomy and physiology/medical terminology for proper case preparation. • Secures equipment and supplies based on patient's needs. • Performs accurate sponge, sharp, and instrument counts consistent with policy and procedure. • Creates, maintains, and monitors and sterile field. • Constantly maintains an orderly instrument table/mayo and passes instruments and equipment as necessary to facilitate, without interruption. • Adheres to departmental policy and procedure and AORN standards in scrubbing, gowning, gloving, draping, and aseptic technique. • Applies proper principles of prepping patient for procedure. • Immediately removes/reports equipment/instruments that are broken or not safe for patient use., • Precepts/orients new personal and students. • Accepts and labels medications onto the sterile field according to policy. • Provides age specific care. • Regularly attends departmental meetings, asks questions, and remains informed. • Maintains open communication with physicians, peers, and leadership. • Actively assists and supports performance improvement activities.
RN Med-Surg Full-time
Jennie Stuart Health

Medical/Surgical Registered Nurse - Full Time $10,000 Sign on Bonus

apartment Jennie Stuart Health location_onHopkinsville, KY
Under general supervision, demonstrates proficiency in administering the fundamentals of the nursing process, contributes to the nursing assessment and the development of the nursing care plan, and participates in the evaluation of nursing care, in accordance with established philosophy. REQUIRED SKILLS • Excellent customer service skills. • Self-directing, able to work with little direct supervision. • Empathy for the needs of patients. • Effective oral and written communication skills. • Ability to communicate through spoken and written English. • Treats patients and others with courtesy and respect, presenting a positive public image. • Works well as a team member. • Ensures confidentiality and security of patients' medical information. WILL BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE TO THE FOLLOWING STUDER PHILOSOPHIES AND PRINCIPLES: • HCAPS Patient Perception • Hourly Rounding with intention • Bedside Shift Report • AIDET • Daily Huddles
RN ICU Full-time
Jennie Stuart Health

Critical Care Unit Registered Nurse - Full Time

apartment Jennie Stuart Health location_onHopkinsville, KY
To ensure the delivery of competent, high quality clinical care in a caring compassionate environment. • Completes nursing HX and assessment accurately within expected time frames. • Determines and delivers age appropriate care. • Delegates duties based on complexity of patient needs. • Utilization of critical thinking skills in prioritization of care. • Develops and prioritizes individualized plan of care. • Coordinates and collaborates plan of care with health care team. • Incorporates discharge planning needs in plan of care. • Documents interventions that are accurate, pertinent, timely, and legible. • Administers medication observing the "5 rights" • Administers medication correctly based on patient's age, and clinical condition. • Performs skills and tasks required by unit expectations. • Provides safe environment. • Includes patient, caregivers, and disciplines in care, council and health teaching. • Demonstrates correct use and troubleshooting of equipment. • Evaluates the efficacy of plan of care. • Modifies based on patient's current condition. • Ability to supervise staff member who provide direct patient care. • Provides health care at the best value without compromising patient care. • Responsible and accountable for all actions. • Practices within the scope of license. • Able to charge PP floor.
RN ICU Full-time
Jennie Stuart Health

Critical Care Unit Registered Nurse - Full Time WKO

apartment Jennie Stuart Health location_onHopkinsville, KY
To ensure the delivery of competent, high quality clinical care in a caring compassionate environment. • Completes nursing HX and assessment accurately within expected time frames. • Determines and delivers age appropriate care. • Delegates duties based on complexity of patient needs. • Utilization of critical thinking skills in prioritization of care. • Develops and prioritizes individualized plan of care. • Coordinates and collaborates plan of care with health care team. • Incorporates discharge planning needs in plan of care. • Documents interventions that are accurate, pertinent, timely, and legible. • Administers medication observing the "5 rights" • Administers medication correctly based on patient's age, and clinical condition. • Performs skills and tasks required by unit expectations. • Provides safe environment. • Includes patient, caregivers, and disciplines in care, council and health teaching. • Demonstrates correct use and troubleshooting of equipment. • Evaluates the efficacy of plan of care. • Modifies based on patient's current condition. • Ability to supervise staff member who provide direct patient care. • Provides health care at the best value without compromising patient care. • Responsible and accountable for all actions. • Practices within the scope of license. • Able to charge PP floor.
RN ICU Other
Jennie Stuart Health

Critical Care Unit RN - PRN

apartment Jennie Stuart Health location_onHopkinsville, KY
To ensure the delivery of competent, high quality clinical care in a caring compassionate environment. • Completes nursing HX and assessment accurately within expected time frames. • Determines and delivers age appropriate care. • Delegates duties based on complexity of patient needs. • Utilization of critical thinking skills in prioritization of care. • Develops and prioritizes individualized plan of care. • Coordinates and collaborates plan of care with health care team. • Incorporates discharge planning needs in plan of care. • Documents interventions that are accurate, pertinent, timely, and legible. • Administers medication observing the "5 rights" • Administers medication correctly based on patient's age, and clinical condition. • Performs skills and tasks required by unit expectations. • Provides safe environment. • Includes patient, caregivers, and disciplines in care, council and health teaching. • Demonstrates correct use and troubleshooting of equipment. • Evaluates the efficacy of plan of care. • Modifies based on patient's current condition. • Ability to supervise staff member who provide direct patient care. • Provides health care at the best value without compromising patient care. • Responsible and accountable for all actions. • Practices within the scope of license. • Able to charge PP floor.
RN ICU Other
Jennie Stuart Health

Critical Care Unit Registered Nurse-Part Time

apartment Jennie Stuart Health location_onHopkinsville, KY
To ensure the delivery of competent, high quality clinical care in a caring compassionate environment. • Completes nursing HX and assessment accurately within expected time frames. • Determines and delivers age appropriate care. • Delegates duties based on complexity of patient needs. • Utilization of critical thinking skills in prioritization of care. • Develops and prioritizes individualized plan of care. • Coordinates and collaborates plan of care with health care team. • Incorporates discharge planning needs in plan of care. • Documents interventions that are accurate, pertinent, timely, and legible. • Administers medication observing the "5 rights" • Administers medication correctly based on patient's age, and clinical condition. • Performs skills and tasks required by unit expectations. • Provides safe environment. • Includes patient, caregivers, and disciplines in care, council and health teaching. • Demonstrates correct use and troubleshooting of equipment. • Evaluates the efficacy of plan of care. • Modifies based on patient's current condition. • Ability to supervise staff member who provide direct patient care. • Provides health care at the best value without compromising patient care. • Responsible and accountable for all actions. • Practices within the scope of license. • Able to charge PP floor.
RN Med-Surg Other
Jennie Stuart Health

Medical/Surgical Registered Nurse - PRN

apartment Jennie Stuart Health location_onHopkinsville, KY
Under general supervision, demonstrates proficiency in administering the fundamentals of the nursing process, contributes to the nursing assessment and the development of the nursing care plan, and participates in the evaluation of nursing care, in accordance with established philosophy. REQUIRED SKILLS • Excellent customer service skills. • Self-directing, able to work with little direct supervision. • Empathy for the needs of patients. • Effective oral and written communication skills. • Ability to communicate through spoken and written English. • Treats patients and others with courtesy and respect, presenting a positive public image. • Works well as a team member. • Ensures confidentiality and security of patients' medical information. WILL BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE TO THE FOLLOWING STUDER PHILOSOPHIES AND PRINCIPLES: • HCAPS Patient Perception • Hourly Rounding with intention • Bedside Shift Report • AIDET • Daily Huddles
CNA Med-Surg Other
Jennie Stuart Health

Medical/Surgical CNA - Part Time

apartment Jennie Stuart Health location_onHopkinsville, KY
JOB SUMMARY To assist licensed personnel in the delivery of quality patient care. ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS Provides a positive and professional representation of the organization. Promotes culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation and prevention. Maintains hospital standards for a clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experience. Maintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments in related scope of job role or practice. Adheres to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations. Participates in ongoing quality improvement activities. Maintains compliance with organization's policies for handling confidential patient information. Complies with organizational and regulatory policies for handling confidential patient information. Demonstrates excellent customer service through his/her attitude and actions, consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organization. Adheres to professional standards, hospital policies and procedures, federal, local requirements, and TJCstandards and/or standards from other accrediting bodies. Responsible and accountable for all actions. Physical Demands Ability to walk/stand for long periods of time. Use correct body mechanism to position patients Assist patient’s movement to BSC, chair, and ambulating. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Ability to perform complete and accurate vital signs. Consistently rounds on patients to anticipate needs. Passes meal trays in a timely manner, providing wet cloth for patients use. Ensures that all patients who are able, are sitting up and are comfortable for the meal. Picks up meal trays in a timely manner. Feeds patients who are unable to feed themselves. Provides ice water at least once every shift to bedside for patients who are able to have ice water. Removes additional fluids from patients on fluid restrictions. Offers/Provides bath, linen change to patients who require assistance or complete care, and documents on activity record. Notifies licensed personnel if patient refuses bath and/or linen change, and documents on activity record. Obtain intake and output as directed by physician or plan of care. Update patient board in room daily. Assists in admission process by obtaining vital signs, providing personal care items and room orientation. Utilization of critical thinking skills in prioritization of care. Ability to identify changes in patient condition and notifies licensed personnel of any change in patient condition. Provide safe environment. Documents all patient and family teaching as requested/necessary. Demonstrates correct use and troubleshooting of equipment. Participates in the development, prioritization, and evaluation of individualized plan of care. Assist in modification of plan based on patient's response. Provides information directly to the physician and documents appropriately. Ability to take directions from licensed and administrative professionals. Attempts to resolve conflict independently, if unable, seeks the assistance of department leader. Provides health care at the best value without compromising patient care. Utilizes the Pyxis appropriately, obtains items under specific patient's name and returns unused items. Responsible and accountable for all actions. Assist with chart completion and copying of all paperwork. Coordinates with nursing supervisor and/or materials management for supply items that cannot be obtained from the Pyxis. Ensures chart is documented and changes are added to the patient charge sheet. Provides assistance to the physician during examination of patient. Transports patient to procedures as needed. Regularly attends monthly staff meetings. NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Other duties as assigned
Surgical Tech Full-time
Jennie Stuart Health

ASC Certified Surgical Technologist - Full Time

apartment Jennie Stuart Health location_onHopkinsville, KY
Supports patient care in all areas of the facility according to the policies, procedure, philosophy, and objectives of the facility. Responsible for obtaining necessary equipment and supplies for ASC procedure with the approval of management. Demonstrates knowledge of appropriate and approved vendors. Maintains par inventory with primary focus on adequate volume and cost control. Maintains awareness of surgery schedule and responds to changes and fluctuations in order to meet the needs of the patients. Prepares purchase orders for approval. Receives all deliveries, reviews for accuracy. Assures a smooth flow of communication and information with accounts payable, the materials department at the main campus, and the JSASC Leadership Team. Maintains required records and logs for consignment items, implants, and purchase orders. Assists with contract negotiation. Responsible for daily, weekly, and annual inventory of supplies. Interacts with vendors and sales representatives for quality and cost. Provides a safe environment for patients and team members. Role models the facility care philosophy and supports its goals by intergrating quality in daily work habits, and treating all customers and peers with respect and consideration. Essential Functions: • Obtains necessary equipment and supplies utilized for procedures performed at the ASC. • Demonstrates knowledge of and utilizes appropriate and approved vendors. • Maintains par inventory with primary focus on adequate volume and cost control. • Maintains awareness of schedule and responds to changes and fluctuations in order to meet the needs of the patients. • Accurately advises relief or others responsible for patient care regarding the patient status. • Checks for outdated items and insures rotation of stock to minimize waste. • Assures a smooth flow of communication. • Maintains required records and logs for consignment items, implants, and biological and any other sterile processing requirements. • Assists to maintain linen inventory • Assists with accurate perpetual inventory of supplies. • Handles specimens appropriately. • Provides safe environment for patients and team members. • Maintains infection control guidelines. • Creates, maintains, and monitors a sterile field. • Coordinates with JSASC Leadership Team and vendor any evaluation of new products or services. • Assembles supplies and equipment for specified procedures according to physicians' preferences cards. • Inspects equipment for proper working condition. • Follows principles of aspetic technique and AORN guidelines for Operating/Procedure room procedures. • Reports observed or suspected breaks in sterile technique and takes action accordingly. • Correctly utilizes, cares for, cleans, sterilizes and packages instruments. • Maintains adequate supplies in the OR for immediate access during procedures. • Stores and stocks supplies. • Maintains and updates preference cards. • Documents patient care according to policy. • Assists physicians according to AORN and SGNA standards as appropriate to the procedure. • Correctly operates sterilizers, ultrasonic washer and other equipment for processing items. • Performs required biological/ chemical monitoring. • Tests and maintains logs according to established procedure. • Performs accurate sponge, sharps, instrument counts. • Utilizes knowledge of anatomy and physiology for proper positioning and prepping. • Accepts and labels medications onto the sterile field appropriately. • Places orders in a timely manner. • Participates with OR team members in the Time Out process. • Completes department and hospital annual educational requirements as scheduled. • Cross trained to all OR specialty cases, endoscopy procedures, and sterile processing. • Regularly attends dept meetings. • Collects data for performance improvement activities.
RN Other
Jennie Stuart Health

Post-Surgical Registered Nurse - PRN

apartment Jennie Stuart Health location_onHopkinsville, KY
Registered Nurses are accountable for providing safe and reliable patient care in accordance to JSMC policy and procedure, CMS standards and regulations, and Joint Commision standards and regulations by: Identifying patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand care requirements. Establishing a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Promoting patient's independence by establishing patient care goals; teaching patient, friends, and family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills; answering questions. Assuring quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards; measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards; making or recommending necessary adjustments; following hospital and nursing division's philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, and other governing agency regulations. Resolving patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies. Maintaining safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel. Maintaining safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel. Protecting patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations. Documenting patient care services by charting in patient and department records. Maintaining continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. Maintaining patient confidence and protecting operations by keeping information confidential. Ensuring operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. Maintaining professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. Completes Nursing History and Assessment accurately within the 24 hours of admission. Determines and delivers age appropriate care Delegates duties based on complexity of patient needs Utilization of critical thinking skills in prioritization of care Develops, prioritizes, updates and maintains individualized plan of care Coordinates and collaborates Plan of Care with health care team Incorporates Discharge planning needs on the Plan of Care Documents interventions that are accurate, pertinent, timely and legible Administers medications observing the "6 rights" Maintains Barcode Override rate
CRNA Full-time
Jennie Stuart Health

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - Full Time

apartment Jennie Stuart Health location_onHopkinsville, KY
JOB SUMMARY The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) administers general, regional and monitored anesthesia care for scheduled and emergency surgical and obstetrical procedures and perform anesthesia-related procedures. The CRNA evaluates, formulates, and carries out an anesthesia care plan including monitoring and recording patient reaction to anesthesia and modifying the anesthetic plan accordingly. The CRNA transports patients to and from an anesthetizing location and ensures appropriate care during the postoperative period. The CRNA may supervise, instruct, and provide feedback to student nurse anesthetists to ensure patient safety. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provides pre-anesthetic preparation and patient evaluation. Ensures patient identification and obtains appropriate health history. Recommends, requests, and evaluates pertinent diagnostic studies. Documents pre-anesthetic evaluation. Obtains informed consent for anesthesia. Selects and/or administers pre-anesthetic medications. Selects prepares and administers anesthetic agents or other agents administered in management of anesthetic care. Informs anesthesiologist and/or surgeon of changes in patient’s condition. Provides anesthesia induction, maintenance, emergence, and post anesthesia care. Inserts invasive line catheter/devices. Performs tracheal intubation and extubation, airway management. Provides mechanical ventilation. Performs venous and arterial punctures. Obtains blood samples. Performs and manages regional anesthetic. Manages patient’s fluid, blood, electrolyte and acid base balance. Provides perianesthetic invasive and non-invasive monitoring utilizing current standards and techniques. Responds to abnormal findings with corrective action. Recognizes and treats cardiac dysrhythmias through use of perianesthetic electrocardiogram monitoring. Evaluates patient response during emergence from anesthesia. Institutes pharmacological or supportive treatment to insure adequacy of patient recovery from anesthesia and adjuvant drugs. Provides post anesthesia follow-up, report, and evaluation of patient’s response to anesthesia and for potential anesthetic complication. Identifies and manages emergency situations. Initiates or participates in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Performs or orders equipment safety checks as needed. Cleans and sterilizes equipment and notifies supervisor of needed equipment adjustments/repairs. May perform patient care to the extent necessary to maintain clinical expertise, competency and licensing necessary to fulfill job responsibilities and to direct the provision of care. Other duties as assigned. Organizational Expectations: Provides a positive and professional representation of the organization. Promotes culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention. Maintains standards for a clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experience. Maintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments in related scope of job role or practice. Adheres to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations. Participates in ongoing quality improvement activities. Maintains compliance with organization’s policies, as well as established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standards. Complies with organizational and regulatory policies for handling confidential patient information. Demonstrates excellent customer service through his/her attitude and actions, consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organization. Adheres to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and/or standards from other accrediting bodies, such as The Joint Commission, Rural Health, and Center for Medicare Services. Requirements: National Provider Identifier (NPI) and Taxonomy code required at time of hire Certification Requirements: Certified as a Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA) Current BLS for Healthcare Provider by the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or Military Training Network Certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) by the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or Military Training Network Licensing Requirement: Current Kentucky RN and APRN license or valid compact state license. Education Requirements: Graduate of accredited nurse anesthesia program Level of Education: Masters Degree, minimum Experience: Two (2) years of anesthesia care in acute setting experience preferred
RN Other
Jennie Stuart Health

Post-Surgical Registered Nurse - Part Time

apartment Jennie Stuart Health location_onHopkinsville, KY
Registered Nurses are accountable for providing safe and reliable patient care in accordance to JSMC policy and procedure, CMS standards and regulations, and Joint Commision standards and regulations by: Identifying patient care requirements by establishing personal rapport with potential and actual patients and other persons in a position to understand care requirements. Establishing a compassionate environment by providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support to patients, friends, and families. Promoting patient's independence by establishing patient care goals; teaching patient, friends, and family to understand condition, medications, and self-care skills; answering questions. Assuring quality of care by adhering to therapeutic standards; measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and standards; making or recommending necessary adjustments; following hospital and nursing division's philosophies and standards of care set by state board of nursing, state nurse practice act, and other governing agency regulations. Resolving patient problems and needs by utilizing multidisciplinary team strategies. Maintaining safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel. Maintaining safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; calling for assistance from health care support personnel. Protecting patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations. Documenting patient care services by charting in patient and department records. Maintaining continuity among nursing teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. Maintaining patient confidence and protecting operations by keeping information confidential. Ensuring operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. Maintaining professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies. Completes Nursing History and Assessment accurately within the 24 hours of admission. Determines and delivers age appropriate care Delegates duties based on complexity of patient needs Utilization of critical thinking skills in prioritization of care Develops, prioritizes, updates and maintains individualized plan of care Coordinates and collaborates Plan of Care with health care team Incorporates Discharge planning needs on the Plan of Care Documents interventions that are accurate, pertinent, timely and legible Administers medications observing the "6 rights" Maintains Barcode Override rate
NP Other
Jennie Stuart Health

Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner - PRN

apartment Jennie Stuart Health location_onHopkinsville, KY
The Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides direct medical care to patients requiring hospitalization. They chart medical history, assess health status, diagnose any potential issues, and work with physicians and other health professionals to provide high-quality care. They are in charge of accurately filling out the patients' chart, as well as keeping it up to date as diagnoses and evaluation continue. The Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner also orders tests, collects data regarding the patients' status, and communicates with patients' family members as needed. Additionally, these professionals have to communicate regularly with the physician(s) and other members of the health care team to discuss status updates for patients. Essential Functions Performs evaluation and problem identification of patients. Performs history and physical examination of patients. Writes prescriptions, orders and interprets laboratory data and radiological tests. Monitors patient status and response to treatments. Documents findings in the medical record. Recommends appropriate therapeutic interventions. Provides education and counseling for patients. Directs patient and/or family to agencies dealing with specific illnesses/diseases. Orders appropriate therapeutic interventions. Performs procedures for which practitioner is credentialed as dictated by patient need. Interacts with nursing staff. Participates in daily team rounding, periodic M&M sessions and department conferences/teaching opportunities. Participates in Departmental quality assurance, risk management, and compliance efforts.
CRNA Full-time
Jennie Stuart Health

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist - Full Time

apartment Jennie Stuart Health location_onHopkinsville, KY
JOB SUMMARY The Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) administers general, regional and monitored anesthesia care for scheduled and emergency surgical and obstetrical procedures and perform anesthesia-related procedures. The CRNA evaluates, formulates, and carries out an anesthesia care plan including monitoring and recording patient reaction to anesthesia and modifying the anesthetic plan accordingly. The CRNA transports patients to and from an anesthetizing location and ensures appropriate care during the postoperative period. The CRNA may supervise, instruct, and provide feedback to student nurse anesthetists to ensure patient safety. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Provides pre-anesthetic preparation and patient evaluation. Ensures patient identification and obtains appropriate health history. Recommends, requests, and evaluates pertinent diagnostic studies. Documents pre-anesthetic evaluation. Obtains informed consent for anesthesia. Selects and/or administers pre-anesthetic medications. Selects prepares and administers anesthetic agents or other agents administered in management of anesthetic care. Informs anesthesiologist and/or surgeon of changes in patient’s condition. Provides anesthesia induction, maintenance, emergence, and post anesthesia care. Inserts invasive line catheter/devices. Performs tracheal intubation and extubation, airway management. Provides mechanical ventilation. Performs venous and arterial punctures. Obtains blood samples. Performs and manages regional anesthetic. Manages patient’s fluid, blood, electrolyte and acid base balance. Provides perianesthetic invasive and non-invasive monitoring utilizing current standards and techniques. Responds to abnormal findings with corrective action. Recognizes and treats cardiac dysrhythmias through use of perianesthetic electrocardiogram monitoring. Evaluates patient response during emergence from anesthesia. Institutes pharmacological or supportive treatment to insure adequacy of patient recovery from anesthesia and adjuvant drugs. Provides post anesthesia follow-up, report, and evaluation of patient’s response to anesthesia and for potential anesthetic complication. Identifies and manages emergency situations. Initiates or participates in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Performs or orders equipment safety checks as needed. Cleans and sterilizes equipment and notifies supervisor of needed equipment adjustments/repairs. May perform patient care to the extent necessary to maintain clinical expertise, competency and licensing necessary to fulfill job responsibilities and to direct the provision of care. Other duties as assigned. Organizational Expectations: Provides a positive and professional representation of the organization. Promotes culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting, documentation, and prevention. Maintains standards for a clean and quiet patient environment to maintain a positive patient care experience. Maintains competency and knowledge of current standards of practice, trends, and developments in related scope of job role or practice. Adheres to infection-control policies and protocols, medication administration and storage procedures, and controlled substance regulations. Participates in ongoing quality improvement activities. Maintains compliance with organization’s policies, as well as established practices, protocols, and procedures of the position, department, and applicable professional standards. Complies with organizational and regulatory policies for handling confidential patient information. Demonstrates excellent customer service through his/her attitude and actions, consistent with the standards contained in the Vision, Mission, and Values of the organization. Adheres to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and/or standards from other accrediting bodies, such as The Joint Commission, Rural Health, and Center for Medicare Services. Requirements: National Provider Identifier (NPI) and Taxonomy code required at time of hire Certification Requirements: Certified as a Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) by the American Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA) Current BLS for Healthcare Provider by the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or Military Training Network Certified in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) by the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or Military Training Network Licensing Requirement: Current Kentucky RN and APRN license or valid compact state license. Education Requirements: Graduate of accredited nurse anesthesia program Level of Education: Masters Degree, minimum Experience: Two (2) years of anesthesia care in acute setting experience preferred