From 3 postings and nurse reviews · Employer research Sep 28, 2026Sources
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The short version
Acute care RN openings here run 6 pm to 6 am, so a night-shift nurse can see the schedule shape before applying.
For experienced nursesSources
As of 2026-09-28Source: glassdoor.comOne registered nurse described the nurse-to-patient assignments as acceptable for a rural hospital, which matters if you are leaving a heavier urban load.
If you are moving hereSources
An employee review points to cooperative colleagues and a friendly, community-sized environment, which is the kind of floor where questions get answered.
For new gradsSources
As of 2024-12-05Source: glassdoor.com
Who it fits
Not a fit
- New grads: 2 of 3 roles ask for nursing experienceNew grad jobs near Benton
Nursing here
The units
Acute Care
Marshall County Hospital · Benton, KY
Glassdoor listings show openings for RN Acute Care working 6 pm - 6 am shifts in Benton, KY.
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What nurses say
Themes from public reviews
Summaries of published reviews, with the original sources.
- Staffing and workload on night shifts
- A registered nurse noted acceptable nurse-to-patient ratios in a rural setting, but mentioned low pay, night nurses handling duties outside nursing, and frequent absences of CNAs.
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- Workplace culture and benefits
- An employee praised the friendly community environment, cooperative colleagues, and strong health insurance and PTO policies.
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As of 2024-12-05Source: glassdoor.com
The hard parts
A nurse reviewer flagged low pay, night nurses picking up tasks outside nursing, and CNAs frequently out — so the night workload can stretch past your own assignment.
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What to ask
- How is base pay set for the role, and which differentials apply?
- Which shifts are open, and what are the weekend, holiday and call rules?
- How long is orientation, and will I have one preceptor?
- What is the usual patient load, and how often do nurses float?
Living in Benton, KY
Benton is a small western Kentucky town near Kentucky Lake and Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area, offering a quiet, outdoorsy lifestyle with a close-knit community feel. A good fit for nurses who prefer rural living with easy access to water and nature.
Browse roles in Benton- State price level · Kentucky
- 10% below the national average
- State index 90.2 (100 = national)
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis · 2024 Regional Price Parities
Common questions
Does MARSHALL COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT hire new grads?
2 of 3 roles ask for nursing experience, and none says it welcomes new grads.
How do I apply?
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Sources
- glassdoor.co.in/Reviews/Marshall-County-Hospital-Registered-Nurse-Reviews-EI_IE4759795.0,24_KO25,41.htm
The short version, What nurses say, The hard parts · as of 2022-01-29
- glassdoor.com/Reviews/Marshall-County-Hospital-Reviews-E4759795.htm
The short version, Nursing here, What nurses say, The hard parts · as of 2026-09-28
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