Job Description

Title: Surgical Nursing/Orthopedic Staff RN 
Location: Pikeville, KY
Duration: 8 Weeks
Shift: Days 7P-7A

 

PIKEVILLE MEDICAL CENTER

A Brief Overview PMC is home to Kentucky’s only Level II Trauma Center, the nation’s largest autism center offering ABA therapy, and Eastern Kentucky’s only Level II Advanced Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Pikeville Medical Center has over 3,100 employees, 600 licensed medical providers and operates 11 Centers of Excellence. PMC nurses deliver compassionate, culturally effective care. PMC nurses coordinate all facets of patient care, collaborate with diverse healthcare professionals, and can progress to managing the most complex cases in their area of expertise.

Why PMC?

PMC is in Pikeville, Kentucky, where you can fall in love with the outdoors. Hiking, kayaking, horseback riding, golf, and scenic overlooks are at your fingertips in the heart of the Appalachian Mountains. The city of Pikeville is one of the state’s best-kept secrets for healthcare providers. During your stay, you can expect a full-service medical center with state-of-the-art equipment that boasts 348 beds while offering all major specialties as well as the only level II trauma center in the state of Kentucky. Additionally, Pikeville and the surrounding area are home to safe communities that provide peace of mind, and most importantly, patients and staff who will appreciate YOU for the care that you provide. Pikeville is a growing community that is home to many young professionals with the University of Pikeville’s school of Osteopathic Medicine, Optometry Program, Nursing Programs, and future College of Dental Medicine. From the local restaurants and downtown shopping to state-wide events such as Hillbilly Days, you’ll always feel at home.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

PMC is inclusive, intentionally creating a culture of acceptance where all are valued and respected for who they are. PMC fosters teamwork knowing that collaboration paves the way in its pursuit of excellence. 

Job Summary:
Provides professional nursing care to assigned patients utilizing the nursing process, within established standards and practices for assigned patients. Responsibilities include direct patient care, individualized age-specific care, accurate documentation, patient advocacy, and collaboration with other healthcare professionals. The role also involves supervising healthcare staff, assisting physicians with procedures, participating in performance improvement activities, and maintaining patient care equipment.

Required Qualifications:

 

• Associate’s degree in nursing
• RN license
• CPR certification
• BLS, ACLS, NIHSS, and EKG certifications
• Minimum 2 years of experience

Preferred Qualifications:

 

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing
• 5 years of experience

Additional Information:

 

• Travel experience required

 

RightSourcing (a part of Magnit) expected pay package may vary and/or include certain benefits like: Stipends (for clinical traveler workers only), Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K

Job Tags

Contract work, Local area, Shift work

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