Registered Nurse, Detox Unit

Job Description

Registered Nurse (RN), Detox Unit

Job Type : FT Nights 7p-7a

We are Jackson Purchase Medical Center

We believe in :

• Championing Patient Care
• Doing the Right Thing
• Embracing Individuality
• Acting with Kindness
• Making a Difference Together
• We strive to Make Communities Healthier.
• We strive to create places where patients choose to come for healthcare, where providers desire to practice, and Team Members want to work.

JPMC has been voted as the Hospital of choice by patients and Team Members four out of the last six years. We invite you to join us and work in an environment where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Jackson Purchase Medical Center is a 107 all private bed, Joint Commission-accredited facility. From emergent to elective, our facility offers a wide variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including those offered at the New Beginnings Birthing Center, the Advanced Healing Wound Care Center, and our accredited chest pain center.

Where We Are :

Mayfield is located in stunning western Kentucky, just a short drive to Kentucky Lake to the east, the Ohio River to the north, and the Mississippi River to the west. In this region, there is always something for all ages, whether it is outdoor sports and recreation, visual and dramatic arts, or even living history.

Why Choose Us :

Registered Nurse - Detox Unit Position Summary

Provides direct patient care to patients using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Reports to the Director or Manager of Department.

Essential Functions Additional Information

Patient Populations Served : Neonate, Infant, Early Childhood, Late Childhood, Adolescent, Young Adult, Middle Adult, Older Adult.

Exposure : Regular occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens and hazardous materials.

Physical Requirements : Frequent standing, walking, lifting / moving patients, and repetitive hand / arm movements.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and / or abilities required.

Education : Associate's Degree in Nursing required; Bachelor's Degree in Nursing preferred.

License : / Certifications : Current RN license in state of practice; BCLS required; ACLS, PALS, and Handle with Care preferred.

EEOC Statement

"Jackson Purchase Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Jackson Purchase Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employmen