Registered Nurse (RN)
Corbin, Kentucky
Performs care requires substantial specialized knowledge , judgement and nursing skills based upon the principles of psychological, biological, physical and social sciences in the application of the nursing process.
Posted Sep 16 · New grads welcomed
- Shift and hours
- 1st Shift Full -Time, 1st Shift
- Unit and setting
- Adult Psych Unit I · Hospital The Adult Psychiatric I unit specializes in adult care of patients 18 years old and older and an interdisciplinary treatment team approach is utilized in caring for patients.Adult care of patients 18 years old and older with primary psychiatric diagnosis
- License
- RN license Current Kentucky RN license or Kentucky work permit requiredKentucky RN license or Kentucky work permit
- Term
- Permanent Full -Time, 1st ShiftFull-Time
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed No experience required ; patient care experience preferred
- License
- Kentucky RN license or Kentucky work permit Current Kentucky RN license or Kentucky work permit required Check your license
- Certification
- BLS through the American Heart Association within 30 days of hireAfter hire · within 30 days of hire BLS through the American Heart Association required within 30 days of hire
- Education
- Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing required
- Education
- Associate degree Associate degree required ; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Preferred
- Education
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Experience
- Patient care experience
Your six-month RN application plan
Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates.
6 months before
Shortlist units
Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.
Find residencies →4–6 months before
Apply as windows open
Apply before graduation when the program allows it. Keep the cohort date and license deadline with each application.
Explore new grad jobs →2–3 months before
Meet the unit manager
Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.
Prepare your questions →Around graduation
Confirm your start
Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.
Plan your license →
Why start this early?
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
- Tuition assistance
- Offered
Benefits
- BenefitsHealth, Vision, Dental and Pet InsuranceHealth, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance
- BenefitsLife InsuranceLife Insurance
- BenefitsShort Term and Long-Term Disability and Life InsuranceShort Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance
- BenefitsIdentity Theft ProtectionIdentity Theft Protection
- BenefitsTuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annuallyTuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually
- BenefitsCompany paid Maternity and Paternity LeaveCompany paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
More benefits (15)
- Benefits5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire
- BenefitsBereavement Leave (includes pets)Bereavement Leave (includes pets)
- BenefitsPTO Sell Back ProgramPTO Sell Back Program
- BenefitsCompassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)
- BenefitsEmployee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial supportEmployee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support
- BenefitsRetirement with Company MatchRetirement with Company Match
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Pet Insurance
- Short Term and Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Maternity and Paternity Leave
- PTO
- Bereavement Leave
The role and schedule
- Care model
- Interdisciplinary treatment team approach The Adult Psychiatric I unit specializes in adult care of patients 18 years old and older and an interdisciplinary treatment team approach is utilized in caring for patients.
- Day to day
- Provides individualized patient care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation Provides safe, high-quality patient care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of individualized care plans.
- Day to day
- Monitors patient conditions, administers treatments and physician orders, and documents care Monitors patient conditions, administers treatments and physician orders, and documents patient care accurately.
- Day to day
- Educates patients and families on treatment plans, procedures, and discharge needs Educates patients and families regarding treatment plans, procedures, and discharge needs.
- Day to day
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to support positive patient outcomes and continuity of care.
- Day to day
- Demonstrates critical thinking, clinical judgment, leadership, and teamwork Demonstrates critical thinking, clinical judgment, leadership, and teamwork in daily nursing practice .
- Day to day
- Maintains compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, licensure, and continuing education Maintains compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, licensure, and continuing education standards.
- Unit size
- 22 acute psychiatric beds The Adult Psychiatric I unit is licensed for 22 acute psychiatric beds for patients with a primary psychiatric diagnosis.
The workplace
Worth asking
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
More questions to askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Your fit
On your path
Psychiatric is open from year one. Behavioral health spans inpatient, emergency, and community settings.
Original listing
Posted on BHS Baptist Healthcare System’s careers page.
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Summary Registered Nurse (RN) Full -Time, 1st Shift Adult Psych Unit I Corbin, KY The Adult Psychiatric I unit is licensed for 22 acute psychiatric beds for patients with a primary psychiatric diagnosis. The Adult Psychiatric I unit specializes in adult care of patients 18 years old and older and an interdisciplinary treatment team approach is utilized in caring for patients. Performs care requires substantial specialized knowledge , judgement and nursing skills based upon the principles of psychological, biological, physical and social sciences in the application of the nursing process.
Utilizes high-level assessment skills to design and ensure multidisciplinary patient care to meet holistic needs, incorporating established practice guidelines and regulatory standards.
Description
Provides safe, high-quality patient care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of individualized care plans. Monitors patient conditions, administers treatments and physician orders, and documents patient care accurately. Educates patients and families regarding treatment plans, procedures, and discharge needs. Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to support positive patient outcomes and continuity of care. Demonstrates critical thinking, clinical judgment, leadership, and teamwork in daily nursing practice . Maintains compliance with hospital policies, regulatory requirements, licensure, and continuing education standards.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing required
- Current Kentucky RN license or Kentucky work permit required
- Associate degree required ; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
- No experience required ; patient care experience preferred
- Certifications/Training
- BLS through the American Heart Association required within 30 days of hire
Additional required training within 30 days may include
- Glucometer Training
- Aegis Training
- RN Patient Deterioration
- Life Threatening Arrhythmia
- Nurse Wound Care Training
Benefits
Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance Life Insurance Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance Identity Theft Protection Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire Bereavement Leave (includes pets) PTO Sell Back Program Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation) Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support Retirement with Company Match 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.
What's around it?
Corbin, KY
Living costs about 10% below the US average