Job Description

Overview

Company Description

Harrison Memorial Hospital (HMH), located in Cynthiana, Kentucky, is a 61-bed, independent, non-profit healthcare facility dedicated to providing high-quality medical services to our community since 1906. We are accredited by The Joint Commission and certified by Medicare and Medicaid, reflecting our commitment to excellence in patient care.

A Growing Network of Care

HMH is proud to offer comprehensive healthcare services through our diverse facilities and programs, including:

Harrison Memorial Hospital – A leading independent, not-for-profit hospital, providing cutting-edge medical care with a patient-centered approach.

Rural Health Clinics (RHCs) – Bringing quality primary care closer to our community, ensuring access to essential healthcare services in rural areas.

EMS Office – A highly trained Emergency Medical Services team, delivering rapid response and lifesaving care when it matters most.

KidTown Daycare – A trusted childcare facility dedicated to providing a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for our employees' families.

Specialty Clinics – Offering advanced specialty care, including cardiology, orthopedics, general surgery, and more, ensuring patients receive expert care close to home.

Clinic Pharmacy – Providing convenient, personalized pharmacy services, ensuring seamless medication management for our patients and community.

At HMH, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment where healthcare professionals can thrive and make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of our community.
Join us at Harrison Memorial Hospital, where you can be part of a dedicated team delivering exceptional healthcare in a community-focused setting.

Job Skills / Requirements

Position Summary:

The Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (Med Surg RN) is responsible for delivering safe, evidence-based, and compassionate care to adult patients with a wide variety of acute and chronic medical conditions. The Med Surg RN coordinates and manages care across multiple disciplines and is accountable for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized patient care in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide direct nursing care to adult medical-surgical patients based on the nursing process and in accordance with hospital policies.
• Assess and monitor patient conditions, recognize changes, and intervene appropriately.
• Administer medications, IV fluids, blood products, and treatments as prescribed.
• Perform and assist with procedures, dressing changes, wound care, and other nursing interventions.
• Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely in the electronic health record (EHR).
• Collaborate with physicians, nurse practitioners, ancillary departments, and support staff to develop and implement care plans.
• Educate patients and families on conditions, treatments, medications, and discharge planning.
• Safely manage patient assignments and prioritize care in a dynamic, often high-acuity environment.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable hospital policies, nursing standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., Joint Commission).
• Participate in unit-based quality initiatives, shared governance, and staff meetings.
• Precept and mentor newly hired nurses and nursing students as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education:

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Licensure/Certifications:

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Kentucky with no restrictions.
• BLS
• ACLS within 6 months
• Arrhythmia within 1 year
• PALS preferred

Experience:

• One (1) year of acute care nursing experience preferred.

Skills & Abilities:

• Strong clinical assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication, time management, and teamwork abilities.
• Proficiency in electronic health record systems and standard hospital equipment.
• Ability to manage multiple patients and adapt to changing priorities in a busy unit.

Education Requirements (All)

Associate Degree with related experience

Certification Requirements (All)

BLS
ACLS, within 6 months of hire
PALS preferred
KY licensed RN
Arrhythmia Class, within 1 year of hire

Additional Information / Benefits

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Paid Sick Days, Paid Holidays, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K/403b Plan, Onsite Childcare