Registered Nurse (RN) – On-Site Hiring Event

Baptist Health

Corbin, Kentucky

Posted Oct 12 · New grads welcomed

License: RN licenseCurrent Kentucky RN license or applicable work permit
Term: Permanent

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Education: Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing
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Also asks: Baptist Health Corbin is a 273-bed acute and skilled care hospital serving southeastern Kentucky and northern Tennessee. Our team is committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care, improving patient outcomes, and supporting the health and wellness of the communities we serve.
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Summary Registered Nurse (RN) – On-Site Hiring Event Meet Our Nursing Leaders – On-Site Interviews Available! Baptist Health Corbin invites new graduate and experienced Registered Nurses to explore career opportunities, meet nursing leadership, and interview on-site! Event Details Date: Thursday, November 5, 2026 Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM Location: Trillium Center Gymnasium Baptist Health Corbin | 1 Trillium Way, Corbin, KY 40701 Nursing Opportunities Progressive Care (PCU) & Critical Care (CCU) Medical-Surgical Nursing Behavioral Health Surgical Services Emergency Department Position Highlights & Benefits Full-time and part-time opportunities Primarily third-shift openings Competitive pay and

shift differentials

Comprehensive benefits and tuition assistance
Paid parental leave, PTO sell-back, and employee support programs
Professional growth and development opportunities
Qualifications
New graduate and experienced RNs welcome
Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing
Current Kentucky RN license or applicable work permit
Department-specific certifications as required

About Baptist Health Corbin

Baptist Health Corbin is a 273-bed acute and skilled care hospital serving southeastern Kentucky and northern Tennessee. Our team is committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care, improving patient outcomes, and supporting the health and wellness of the communities we serve. Take the Next Step in Your Nursing Career!

Join us November 5 from 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM for on-site interviews and an opportunity to connect directly with our nursing leadership team! We look forward to meeting you! If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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In Corbin, KY

Corbin, KY

Living costs about 10% below the US average

Life in Corbin, KY

NeighborhoodsRather than defined metropolitan subdivisions, Corbin is characterized by calm residential roads and rural-suburban corridors spreading outward from the town center. Residential clusters along routes like North Hills Road, Bee Creek Road, Frankfort School Road, and Old Corbin Road offer detached homes on spacious lots with a quiet, spread-out pace. Commuting into central retail or medical locations from these pockets is typically quick and unobstructed by severe traffic.

Rather than defined metropolitan subdivisions, Corbin is characterized by calm residential roads and rural-suburban corridors spreading outward from the town center. Residential clusters along routes like North Hills Road, Bee Creek Road, Frankfort School Road, and Old Corbin Road offer detached homes on spacious lots with a quiet, spread-out pace.

Commuting into central retail or medical locations from these pockets is typically quick and unobstructed by severe traffic.

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As of Oct 7, 2026Source 1: kurby.ai Source 2: areavibes.com

Getting aroundCorbin is situated directly along Interstate 75 between Lexington, Kentucky, and Knoxville, Tennessee, making north-south regional travel straightforward. Everyday commutes within the community average roughly 17 minutes, allowing healthcare professionals quick access across town without major gridlock. The area lacks substantial public transit infrastructure and is fundamentally car-dependent, meaning personal vehicle ownership and hospital on-site parking are daily necessities.

Corbin is situated directly along Interstate 75 between Lexington, Kentucky, and Knoxville, Tennessee, making north-south regional travel straightforward. Everyday commutes within the community average roughly 17 minutes, allowing healthcare professionals quick access across town without major gridlock.

The area lacks substantial public transit infrastructure and is fundamentally car-dependent, meaning personal vehicle ownership and hospital on-site parking are daily necessities.

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As of Oct 7, 2026Source 1: corbinkytourism.com Source 2: kurby.ai Source 3: livability.com Source 4: areavibes.com

OutdoorsOutdoor recreation is a major highlight, anchored by Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, famed for its hiking trails such as the Eagle Falls trail and the rare natural moonbow visible during full moons. Nearby Laurel Lake provides boating, swimming, and fishing in forested surroundings, while Pine Mountain State Park offers additional mountain trails. The surrounding Appalachian landscape gives outdoor enthusiasts year-round opportunities for kayaking, camping, and scenic trail running.

Outdoor recreation is a major highlight, anchored by Cumberland Falls State Resort Park, famed for its hiking trails such as the Eagle Falls trail and the rare natural moonbow visible during full moons. Nearby Laurel Lake provides boating, swimming, and fishing in forested surroundings, while Pine Mountain State Park offers additional mountain trails.

The surrounding Appalachian landscape gives outdoor enthusiasts year-round opportunities for kayaking, camping, and scenic trail running.

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Living in Corbin

Corbin offers healthcare workers a relaxed, close-knit home base nestled in the foothills of southeastern Kentucky along Interstate 75. For nurses seeking an escape from big-city congestion, the town provides quiet residential living along corridors like Bee Creek Road and North Hills Road, with typical drives averaging around 17 minutes. Outdoor enthusiasts will find immediate access to premier natural attractions, including Cumberland Falls State Resort Park—known for its Eagle Falls trail and rare moonbows—and boating on Laurel Lake. Downtown features local Appalachian dining standout The Wrigley Taproom & Eatery, while the Corbin Arena and Corbin Civic Center anchor local entertainment and community expos. Relocating nurses should weigh practical tradeoffs: public transit is effectively nonexistent, making a personal vehicle essential, and summers bring heavy Southern humidity. Furthermore, those seeking late-night dining or diverse retail will often have to travel north toward Lexington or south toward Knoxville. For nurses prioritizing calm surroundings, low-stress commutes, and immediate access to nature, Corbin presents a welcoming, grounded setting.

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