RN, Home Care Program
Bowling Green, Kentucky
Posted Aug 13
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- Permanent
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- Home Health
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- RN
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Position Summary The registered nurse is responsible for the delivery of professional nursing care to assigned patients to include assessment, implementation, coordination, teaching, consulting and evaluation of patient care. Enhances quality and professionalism of nursing practice, attains knowledge and competency, and participates in shared decision making. Minimum Qualifications Work Experience Previous RN experience preferred.
Education Graduate of a school of nursing required. Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field preferred.
Certifications/Licensure Kentucky RN license (OR) RN license in a State recognized by the Kentucky Nurse Licensure Compact Act required effective June 1, 2007. Valid driver’s license required. Motor vehicle record check required and will be performed annually. Personal vehicle is routinely used for company business, home visits or required for the position.
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The employee is responsible to maintain KY minimum limit of insurance coverage on the personal vehicle and maintain the vehicle in good operating condition. Job Specific Performance Standards The duties listed below are a summary of the major essential functions of this position. The position may require other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned, and specific functions may change from time to time.
Utilizes a combination of knowledge, experience and situational awareness to provide safe, high quality, individualized care to patients. Applies critical thinking skills to the assessment, interpretation, and analysis of each patient’s information to design a complete, holistic plan of care in collaboration with peers and providers. Delegates in accordance with applicable legal and policy parameters.
Recognizes when there is a need for further intervention and escalates appropriately. Demonstrates a commitment to lifelong learning for continued professional growth and education that reflects competence, knowledge and understanding of current nursing practice. Establishes a caregiver-patient relationship that is built on mutual trust, respect, compassion and communication to meet the unique needs of each patient and family.
Location: Med Center Health · MCBG Home Care Program
Schedule
Part Time, Day Shift
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Requirements
- Work Experience
- Previous RN experience preferred.
- Graduate of a school of nursing required.
- Bachelor’s degree in nursing or related field preferred.
- Kentucky RN license (OR) RN license in a State recognized by the Kentucky Nurse Licensure Compact Act required effective June 1, 2007.
- Valid driver’s license required.
- Motor vehicle record check required and will be performed annually.
- Personal vehicle is routinely used for company business, home visits or required for the position. The employee is responsible to maintain KY minimum limit of insurance coverage on the personal vehicle and maintain the vehicle in good operating condition.
- Job Specific Performance Standards
- The duties listed below are a summary of the major essential functions of this position. The position may require other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned, and specific functions may change from time to time.
- Utilizes a combination of knowledge, experience and situational awareness to provide safe, high quality, individualized care to patients.
- Applies critical thinking skills to the assessment, interpretation, and analysis of each patient’s information to design a complete, holistic plan of care in collaboration with peers and providers.
- Delegates in accordance with applicable legal and policy parameters. Recognizes when there is a need for further intervention and escalates appropriately.
- Demonstrates a commitment to lifelong learning for continued professional growth and education that reflects competence, knowledge and understanding of current nursing practice.
- Establishes a caregiver-patient relationship that is built on mutual trust, respect, compassion and communication to meet the unique needs of each patient and family.
- Location: Med Center Health · MCBG Home Care Program
Place
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- Bowling Green, Kentucky
- Median rent
- $998/mo
- Local household income
- $48,873/yr
- Metro price level
- 10% below the national average
rent and tenant-paid utilities
all local households, not nurse pay
Bowling Green area index 90.2, where 100 is the national average.
Bowling Green, Kentucky blends small-city charm with energetic college-town spirit. Home to Western Kentucky University and the National Corvette Museum, it offers a welcoming community feel amid rolling green hills. Friendly neighborhoods, a historic downtown square, and a manageable pace make it appealing for nurses seeking a balanced lifestyle in south-central Kentucky.
Cost figures from U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
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