RN Weekend Baylor – Work 36 Hours, Get Paid for 40
Registered Nurse (RN) | Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation | Full-Time Weekend Position
Pay Rate: $40.00 per hour during introductory period (first 90 days)
Pay Increase: $42.00 per hour after successful completion of 90 days
Schedule: Weekend Baylor Program – Work 36 Hours, Get Paid for 40
Location: Dawson Springs Health and Rehabilitation in Dawson Springs, Kentucky
Position Summary
We are currently seeking a compassionate, clinically skilled, and dependable Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team as a Weekend Baylor RN in our Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) and Rehabilitation Center. This full-time nursing position offers the opportunity to provide high-quality resident care, clinical leadership, and nursing supervision while working a consistent weekend schedule.
The Weekend Baylor Registered Nurse is responsible for resident assessments, medication administration, treatment management, care coordination, nursing documentation, clinical decision-making, and supervision of nursing staff. The ideal candidate will possess strong nursing skills, exceptional critical thinking abilities, and a commitment to providing outstanding care to residents requiring skilled nursing services, post-acute rehabilitation, long-term care, memory support, and behavioral health interventions.
This position is ideal for experienced RNs seeking a rewarding career in long-term care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation nursing, geriatric nursing, post-acute care, nursing supervision, and healthcare leadership.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to residents in accordance with physician orders and individualized care plans.
- Complete comprehensive resident assessments and ongoing clinical evaluations.
- Administer medications, treatments, and therapeutic interventions accurately and safely.
- Monitor and respond to changes in resident condition.
- Coordinate care with physicians, nurse practitioners, therapists, pharmacy providers, and interdisciplinary team members.
- Supervise Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), and other nursing personnel.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations.
- Maintain accurate electronic health record documentation.
- Participate in admissions, discharges, transfers, and care planning processes.
- Promote resident dignity, quality of life, and person-centered care.
- Assist with the management of residents experiencing behavioral health challenges utilizing effective communication and de-escalation techniques.
- Serve as a clinical resource and leader during weekend operations.
Qualifications
Required
- Current Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) License
- Current CPR Certification
- Excellent clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Strong communication and leadership abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team
Preferred
- Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) experience
- Long-Term Care (LTC) experience
- Rehabilitation Nursing experience
- Charge Nurse or Nursing Supervisor experience
- Experience working with behavioral health, dementia care, memory care, or post-acute rehabilitation residents
Benefits
- Weekend Baylor Program
- Work 36 Hours, Get Paid for 40 Hours
- Starting Pay of $40.00 Per Hour
- Increase to $42.00 Per Hour After 90 Days
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Continuing Education Opportunities
- Supportive Leadership Team
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Stable Full-Time Schedule
Why Join Us?
At our Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, nurses are valued as clinical leaders and essential members of the healthcare team. We are committed to providing exceptional resident care while fostering a supportive work environment where nurses can utilize their skills, build meaningful resident relationships, and advance their careers in long-term care nursing.
If you are a dedicated Registered Nurse looking for a stable schedule, competitive pay, strong leadership support, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others, we encourage you to apply today.