At Logan Memorial Hospital, we recognize that our patients deserve qualified, engaged, and competent healthcare professionals. And we know that our healthcare professionals deserve a working environment that is safe, leaders who are visible and supportive, and opportunities to grow and develop. We have a positive, hopeful, and resilient leadership team that is solely focused on taking care of the heart of Logan Memorial Hospital – the people who work here. If you feel that your skills and compassion fit with our vision for person-centered care and evidence-based practice, and you would like to belong to a hospital family that only the best are invited to join, we invite you to apply today.

Provides nursing leadership and coordinates patient care during assigned shifts. Management of staffing and supply and demand of beds. Is a representative of nursing and hospital administration and has the authority and responsibility for administrative decisions and appropriate notification of CNO or Administrator on call.

Essential Functions

• Supervises and mentors nursing and support staff during assigned shift.
• Determines staffing level and assignments based on staff availability, staff abilities, census, patient acuity and work/patient flow.
• Provides direct patient care as needed.
• Floats between staff to assist with problem-solving.
• Evaluates the effectiveness of patient care and identifies any issues that affect desired patient outcomes.
• Responds to complaints about patient care and related services and manages through established channels.
• Performs role-specific duties as assigned, including entering orders, performing admissions or discharges, and coordinating transfers.
• Ensures staff has necessary equipment and supplies to provide safe, quality patient care.
• Integrates evidence-based practices into operations and clinical protocols.
• Creates and fosters an environment that encourages professional growth.
• Must complete all education assigned and required for the position, including classroom and on-line courses.

I understand that it is my responsibility to read, understand and adhere to the following:

• Our Mission and Vision
• Code of Conduct
• Standards of Performance
• Customer Service Program
• Professional Appearance Standards

Qualifications - External

Minimum Education
Graduate of a Program in Discipline - Registered Nursing

Required Licenses
Registered Nurse
Current Kentucky or compact state RN licensure required.

Required Skills
Certifications: American Heart Association (AHA) Required
Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA - Required to be current upon start of position
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - AHA - Required to be obtained within 6 months of start of position
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - AHA - Required to be obtained within 6 months of start of position