Nurse Extern

Location: Somerset, KY, United States Department: Education & Training

Nurse Extern

PRN

Your experience matters

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

A Nurse Extern works under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Works collaboratively with the patient care team.

Performs direct patient care under the direction, delegation and supervision of a registered nurse.

Documents patient care given.

Monitors, records, and communicate patient condition as appropriate to supervising RN.

Maintains positive professional relationships with patients/ families, coworkers, and health care team.

Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.

Collaborates as needed across disciplines to coordinate patient care, including patient transfer, discharge, referral and spiritual/psychosocial support needs.

Evaluates learning needs of patient and/or family and provides patient/family education appropriate to age, culture, condition, and circumstances.

Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.

Supports performance improvement philosophy.

Nonessential Functions

Assist with orientation and training of personnel and students.

Participates and attends meetings as required and/ or assigned.

Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

Why Join Us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

Financial & Career Growth: 401(k) retirement package and company match.

Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we are looking for

Minimum Education

School of Nursing 3rd year student or higher

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Certifications

Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP)

Connect with a Recruiter

Not ready to complete an application or have questions?

Please contact Melissa Taylor by texting 606-731-0734, calling 270-576-6023 or schedule a time and date that works for you by clicking the link below.

https://bit.ly/MelissaTaylorNurseRecruiterLakeCumberland

More About Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is a 295-bed hospital located in Somerset, Kentucky, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

“Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”