The Registered Nurse requires substantial specialized knowledge, judgement and nursing skills based upon the principles of psychological, biological, physical, and social sciences in the application of the nursing process in the respective departments in which assigned. The RN must collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary team members; provide physical and psychological support to patients, friends, and families; supervising assigned team members and students.

Under the direction of the Director of Emergency Services, the Stroke & Trauma Coordinator is primarily responsible for quality assurance, developing goals and objectives, as well as developing and implementing department wide policies and procedures relate to Stroke Center Certification & Trauma Designation. Coordinates with the Emergency Department, Nursing units, Laboratory, Radiology and other support departments that impact the delivery system. He/She is responsible for the organization of services and systems necessary for a multidisciplinary approach throughout the continuum of care. He/She is responsible for the orientation/training of staff in the ER/ICU as well as staff in relation to the Stoke Center Certifications & Trauma Designation.

The House Nurse Coordinator is accountable for the management of nursing services on a given shift under the guidance of the Director of Nursing Services in order to provide safe, effective and efficient nursing care.

The Community Health Coordinator is responsible for providing health screenings at community events and through our mobile clinic. This role focuses on delivering essential healthcare services to underserved populations in Eastern Kentucky and Southern West Virginia. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in promoting health education, preventing chronic conditions, and improving access to care in rural and remote communities.

Under the direct supervision of the Housekeeping Supervisor, performs a variety of cleaning duties for the hospital, clinic, and/or office, including walls, floors, equipment, bath areas, furniture, ceilings, elevators, staircases, windows and blinds, restrooms, vents, light fixtures using universal precautions and appropriate equipment. Responsible to maintain confidential patient information.

The Staff Nurse is accountable for interpreting the plan of Medical care, assessment of patients clinical decision-making regarding nursing care, assuring nursing care is provided in a safe and competent manner, providing individualized nursing care, and evaluating nursing care for groups of patients.

The Clinical Nurse Manager, working with Nurse Managers, is accountable for the supervision of nursing services for certain assigned nursing units to provide safe, effective and efficient nursing care.  This position is an important part of the Management Team and the responsibilities for the position include:  assigning, assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating clinical care for the assigned unit(s).  This position is evaluated on the basis of objective measurable criteria, including maximizing the personal abilities and competence of staff nurses, licensed practical nurses and other personnel assigned to the unit(s) for which the Clinical Nurse Manager is responsible.

The Staff Nurse is accountable for interpreting the plan of Medical care, assessment of patients clinical decision-making regarding nursing care, assuring nursing care is provided in a safe and competent manner, providing individualized nursing care, and evaluating nursing care for groups of patients.

The Nurse Extern Tier II is accountable for providing nursing assistance and performing basic nursing procedures to groups of patients within an assigned nursing department, under the supervision, guidance, and direction of a Registered Nurse who may delegate subversion to other Team Member such as; Licensed Practical Nurse and/or State Registered Nursing Assistant. In addition, the Nurse Extern can gain additional clinical practice to enhance their preparation as future licensed nurses

  Under the guidance of Behavioral Health’s System Director of Inpatient Behavioral Health, the Behavioral Health Safety Coach promotes a safe environment and therapeutic environment for patients across the Service Lines’ operations. This position will lead Non-Violent Crisis Intervention and Workforce Violence Prevention trainings for Behavioral Health Staff, review and debrief with staff following behavioral health codes and provide remedial individual and group trainings, as needed.  

Performs technical skills and assists the surgeons, anesthesia personnel, registered nurses, central sterile and other professionals in the operating room.  May Perform similar duties in other areas of the hospital as assigned.

Under the delegate authority of the surgeon, carries out all functions that will assist the surgeon in performing a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. Providing aid in exposure, homeostasis, closure of body planes, securing drainage systems to tissues, selecting and applying appropriate wound dressings.

The Nurse Extern Tier II is accountable for providing nursing assistance and performing basic nursing procedures to groups of patients within an assigned nursing department, under the supervision, guidance, and direction of a Registered Nurse who may delegate subversion to other Team Member such as; Licensed Practical Nurse and/or State Registered Nursing Assistant. In addition, the Nurse Extern can gain additional clinical practice to enhance their preparation as future licensed nurses

Assists surgeon during operative and invasive procedures.  Assures operating suite is adequately prepared for procedure.  Monitors PAR level of all surgical instruments and supplies.  Cleans and sterilizes all surgical instruments.  Participates in departmental staff meetings and performance improvement activities.  

The Stores Clerk is responsible for performing duties related to and involving the receipt, storage, and issuance of supplies and equipment, preparation and maintenance of records and reports and related store room functions.

The Nurse Aide is responsible for performing basic nursing procedures in assisting in the care of patients.

Under the supervision of the System Director of Behavioral Health Nursing, the Behavioral Health Nurse Educator operates in the capacities of Educator, Facilitator, Consultant, Change Agent, and Leader. The Behavioral Health Nurse Educator is responsible for leading the development of standardized educational and orientation programs, position-specific competencies, and nursing/nursing-support practice audits within the Appalachian Regional Healthcare Behavioral Health Service-Line. This role, in collaboration with system and local nurse leadership, is integral to initiating changes that enhance the practice of Behavioral Health nursing, as well as nursing-support practices and professional development Additionally, this role requires traveling to various ARH...

Sets up tables, instruments and supplies required for specific operation. Carries out surgical asepsis.   Assists surgical team during operative procedure.   Assists in the preparation for surgical procedures.   Assists in the preoperative preparation of patients.   Assists with table equipment, positioning of patients, application of plaster casts and dressings.   Prepares operative...

Sets up tables, instruments and supplies required for specific operation. Carries out surgical asepsis.   Assists surgical team during operative procedure.   Assists in the preparation for surgical procedures.   Assists in the preoperative preparation of patients.   Assists with table equipment, positioning of patients, application of plaster casts and dressings.   Prepares operative...

The Patient Services Advocate functions in a patient communication role. Facilitates patient access to care throughout the registration, scheduling, and communicative processes. This role sets the tone for the entire patient experience by greeting patients and visitors and directing them accordingly, as well as all other patient access responsibilities. Appropriate and courteous facilitation of the patient care process to ensure delivery of an exceptional patient experience. Advocates and meets the needs of all patients and prioritizes the patient experience in response to a wide range of duties including but not limited to registration and pre-registration, adherence to financial and cash control policies, and building and maintaining collaborative...