The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct and compassionate care to patients or residents in a healthcare, long-term care, or assisted living facility.
Posted Oct 5 · New grads welcomed
Shift and hours
Night shift RN - Night Shift Full Time
Unit and setting
Wound-Care · Long Term Care
License
RN license Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license.Registered Nurse (RN) license
Term
Permanent RN - Night Shift Full TimeFull time
Do you qualify?
New grads
Welcomed
License
Registered Nurse (RN) licenseActive and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Education
Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited school of nursingGraduate of an accredited school of nursing (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing).
Also asks
clinical and assessment skillsStrong clinical and assessment skills, with the ability to develop and implement effective care plans.
Also asks
communication and interpersonal skillsExcellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
Also asks
ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary teamAbility to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
Also asks
proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems and nursing documentationProficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems and nursing documentation.
Also asks
knowledge of nursing best practices, medications, and safety protocolsKnowledge of nursing best practices, medications, and safety protocols.
Preferred
Experience
healthcare, long-term care, or acute care setting experiencePrevious experience in a healthcare, long-term care, or acute care setting is preferred but not required.
Advocate describes a 6–9 month application runway for several regional RN programs. These milestones are a planning guide, not deadlines for every employer. See program calendars.
What it pays
Against similar roles
Below most Kentucky staff postingsKentucky staff postings that state pay run $28/hr to $54/hr, the middle half $32/hr to $47/hr, across 193 postings.
Loan repayment
Offered
Bonus
Referral Bonus ProgramReferral Bonus Program
Benefits
BenefitsHealth benefits including Medical, Dental & VisionHealth benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision
Benefits401k with company match401k with company match
BenefitsEarly Pay via Tapcheck!Early Pay via Tapcheck!
BenefitsEmployee Perks & Discount programEmployee Perks & Discount program
BenefitsPTO + Company Holidays + Floating HolidaysPTO + Company Holidays + Floating Holidays
BenefitsContinued Education Loan Repayment Program powered by ClaspContinued Education Loan Repayment Program powered by Clasp
Medical
Dental
Vision
The role and schedule
Floating
Floats to other units
Day to day
assess patient or resident physical, mental, and emotional health statusConduct thorough assessments of patient or resident health status, including physical, mental, and emotional health.
Day to day
develop individualized care plans with the interdisciplinary teamDevelop individualized care plans based on patient needs, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.
Day to day
administer medications, treatments, and therapies per physician orders and facility guidelinesAdminister medications, treatments, and therapies according to physician orders, facility policies, and regulatory guidelines.
Day to day
monitor patient responses to treatments and report condition changesMonitor patient responses to treatments and adjust care plans as needed, reporting any changes in condition to the appropriate healthcare team members.
Day to day
perform wound care, IV therapy, catheter care, and respiratory treatmentsPerform clinical procedures such as wound care, IV therapy, catheter care, and respiratory treatments in accordance with facility protocols and best practices.
Day to day
provide patient and family education on medications, treatments, and lifestyle adjustmentsProvide patient and family education on medications, treatments, and lifestyle adjustments to promote health and wellness.
Day to day
assist with diagnostic testing, monitor vitals, and document patient careAssist with diagnostic testing, monitor vital signs, and ensure proper documentation of patient care activities.
Day to day
safely administer medications following the five rightsSafely administer medications and treatments, following the five rights of medication administration (right patient, right drug, right dose, right route, and right time).
Day to day
document medication administration and report adverse reactions or errorsEnsure accurate documentation of medication administration and promptly report any adverse reactions or errors.
Day to day
manage medications for patients with chronic conditions or complex regimensMonitor and manage medications for patients with chronic conditions or complex medication regimens.
Day to day
maintain patient care documentation in the EHRMaintain accurate, thorough, and timely documentation of all patient care activities in the electronic health record (EHR) or other required formats.
Day to day
ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations and facility policiesEnsure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as facility policies related to patient care and documentation.
Day to day
participate in quality assurance initiativesParticipate in quality assurance initiatives to maintain and improve the standard of care.
Day to day
communicate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary care teamCommunicate effectively with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team to ensure a coordinated and holistic approach to care.
Day to day
advocate for patient and family needs and preferencesAct as an advocate for patients and their families, ensuring their needs and preferences are met.
Day to day
participate in care conferences and team meetingsParticipate in care conferences and team meetings to discuss patient progress, care plans, and any necessary adjustments.
Day to day
provide emergency interventions such as CPR, airway management, and advanced resuscitationRespond promptly to medical emergencies, providing life-saving interventions such as CPR, airway management, and advanced resuscitation measures as necessary.
Day to day
assist in stabilizing and transferring patients to higher levels of careAssist in stabilizing and transferring patients to higher levels of care when required.
Day to day
advocate for patient rights and provide person-centered careAdvocate for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring they receive respectful, compassionate, and person-centered care.
Day to day
provide emotional support to patients and familiesProvide emotional support to patients and families, helping them navigate difficult health situations and decisions.
The Registered Nurse (RN) provides direct and compassionate care to patients or residents in a healthcare, long-term care, or assisted living facility. The RN is responsible for assessing patient needs, creating and implementing care plans, administering medications and treatments, and collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal care. This role requires a high level of clinical expertise, strong communication skills, and a commitment to patient safety and well-being.
Key
Responsibilities
Patient Care
Conduct thorough assessments of patient or resident health status, including physical, mental, and emotional health.
Develop individualized care plans based on patient needs, collaborating with the interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care.
Administer medications, treatments, and therapies according to physician orders, facility policies, and regulatory guidelines.
Monitor patient responses to treatments and adjust care plans as needed, reporting any changes in condition to the appropriate healthcare team members.
Clinical Procedures
Perform clinical procedures such as wound care, IV therapy, catheter care, and respiratory treatments in accordance with facility protocols and best practices.
Provide patient and family education on medications, treatments, and lifestyle adjustments to promote health and wellness.
Assist with diagnostic testing, monitor vital signs, and ensure proper documentation of patient care activities.
Medication Administration
Safely administer medications and treatments, following the five rights of medication administration (right patient, right drug, right dose, right route, and right time).
Ensure accurate documentation of medication administration and promptly report any adverse reactions or errors.
Monitor and manage medications for patients with chronic conditions or complex medication regimens.
Documentation and Compliance
Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely documentation of all patient care activities in the electronic health record (EHR) or other required formats.
Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as facility policies related to patient care and documentation.
Participate in quality assurance initiatives to maintain and improve the standard of care.
Collaboration and Communication
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary care team to ensure a coordinated and holistic approach to care.
Act as an advocate for patients and their families, ensuring their needs and preferences are met.
Participate in care conferences and team meetings to discuss patient progress, care plans, and any necessary adjustments.
Emergency Response
Respond promptly to medical emergencies, providing life-saving interventions such as CPR, airway management, and advanced resuscitation measures as necessary.
Assist in stabilizing and transferring patients to higher levels of care when required.
Patient Advocacy
Advocate for the rights and needs of patients, ensuring they receive respectful, compassionate, and person-centered care.
Provide emotional support to patients and families, helping them navigate difficult health situations and decisions.
Education
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Nursing).
Licensure
Active and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license.
Experience
Previous experience in a healthcare, long-term care, or acute care setting is preferred but not required. New graduates are welcome to apply.
Skills
Strong clinical and assessment skills, with the ability to develop and implement effective care plans.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
Ability to work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team and collaborate with other healthcare professionals.
Proficiency in electronic health records (EHR) systems and nursing documentation.
Knowledge of nursing best practices, medications, and safety protocols.
People-Centered Rewards
Health benefits including Medical, Dental & Vision
401k with company match
Early Pay via Tapcheck!
Employee Perks & Discount program
PTO + Company Holidays + Floating Holidays
Referral Bonus Program
Mentorship Programs
Internal/Upskilling Growth Opportunities
Continued Education Loan Repayment Program powered by Clasp
Neighborhoods+Florence offers distinct residential pockets catering to different preferences, from the master-planned Plantation Pointe off Houston Road—featuring tree-lined streets, townhouses, and single-family homes—to Oakbrook, an established community with a mix of condos, townhouses, single-family properties, and shared amenities like tennis courts and pools. The Turfway Park area provides convenient access to major thoroughfares alongside apartment and townhome options, while Gunpowder Trails offers a quieter, more scenic suburban setting. Clinicians also frequently explore neighboring Boone and Kenton County communities, including Union, Burlington, Hebron, Edgewood, and Dry Ridge.
Florence offers distinct residential pockets catering to different preferences, from the master-planned Plantation Pointe off Houston Road—featuring tree-lined streets, townhouses, and single-family homes—to Oakbrook, an established community with a mix of condos, townhouses, single-family properties, and shared amenities like tennis courts and pools. The Turfway Park area provides convenient access to major thoroughfares alongside apartment and townhome options, while Gunpowder Trails offers a quieter, more scenic suburban setting.
Clinicians also frequently explore neighboring Boone and Kenton County communities, including Union, Burlington, Hebron, Edgewood, and Dry Ridge.
Getting around+Florence is centered on Interstate 71 and Interstate 75, giving healthcare workers straightforward highway connections to regional medical centers in Northern Kentucky and downtown Cincinnati. However, public transportation options are very limited, making a personal vehicle essential for shift commutes. Commuters should expect recurring bottlenecks during rush hours, particularly along the heavy retail and commercial stretch of Mall Road.
Florence is centered on Interstate 71 and Interstate 75, giving healthcare workers straightforward highway connections to regional medical centers in Northern Kentucky and downtown Cincinnati. However, public transportation options are very limited, making a personal vehicle essential for shift commutes.
Commuters should expect recurring bottlenecks during rush hours, particularly along the heavy retail and commercial stretch of Mall Road.
Outdoors+Recreational green space in town includes Florence Nature Park, which features walking trails, open picnic grounds, and a serene pond. Just outside the city, the Boone County Arboretum offers paved walking paths bordered by diverse trees and floral collections. For broader outings, residents head to Big Bone Lick State Historic Site for hiking and viewing the resident bison herd, or Devou Park for scenic trails and panoramic views of the Cincinnati skyline.
Recreational green space in town includes Florence Nature Park, which features walking trails, open picnic grounds, and a serene pond. Just outside the city, the Boone County Arboretum offers paved walking paths bordered by diverse trees and floral collections.
For broader outings, residents head to Big Bone Lick State Historic Site for hiking and viewing the resident bison herd, or Devou Park for scenic trails and panoramic views of the Cincinnati skyline.
Check the commute at your shift’s start and end, upfront housing costs, and whether moving assistance must be repaid if you leave.
Living in Florence
Recognizable across the Ohio River Valley by its cheerful 'Florence Y'all' water tower along Interstate 75, Florence serves as Northern Kentucky's central commercial anchor. For relocating nurses, the city delivers everyday suburban convenience with direct highway access to major hospital networks in Boone and Kenton counties, as well as downtown Cincinnati. Established subdivisions like Plantation Pointe and Oakbrook provide family-friendly layouts, walking trails, and neighborhood pools near well-regarded Boone County schools, while the Turfway Park area offers accessible apartments and townhomes close to racing and entertainment. Off-duty hours can be spent enjoying patio dining at Barleycorns or Blind Squirrel, walking the serene paths of Florence Nature Park, or cheering on the Florence Y'alls minor league baseball team. Practical tradeoffs center on transportation: public transit is minimal, making a personal vehicle necessary, and traffic around the Mall Road commercial corridor can be heavy during peak hours. For healthcare professionals seeking a dependable suburban community with easy access to big-city amenities just across the river, Florence offers a grounded and practical home base.
