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Registered Nurse (RN) New Graduate Accelerated Continuing Education (ACE) – Lourdes Hospital

Bon Secours Mercy Health · Avondale, McCracken County

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Fit summary

Best fit for newly graduated or newly licensed RNs seeking structured acute-care onboarding at Lourdes Hospital within Bon Secours Mercy Health, who want hands-on bedside growth more than remote or non-clinical roles.

Day in the role

As an RN New Graduate in the ACE pathway at Lourdes Hospital (Bon Secours Mercy Health), your day centers on supervised bedside care: assessments, meds, documentation, handoffs, and escalating changes to the care team while you complete accelerated continuing education and unit orientation.

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Is this role remote?

No. The listing is on-site in Avondale / McCracken County (Paducah area), Kentucky.

What is the ACE program?

It is framed as an accelerated continuing-education pathway for new-graduate RNs at Lourdes Hospital under Bon Secours Mercy Health.

Where can I learn more about the employer?

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Website: bsmhealth.org

Bon Secours Mercy Health is an international non-profit health care company with facilities and services in the United States, Ireland, the Philippines, Haiti, Peru and South Sudan. Headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, it is the fifth largest Catholic health system in the United States and one of the country's 20 largest health systems. Bon Secours Mercy Health includes 51 hospitals and more than 1,200 sites of care. It is the largest private health care provider in Ireland.

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Role overview (listing rewrite)

Bon Secours Mercy Health invites newly licensed Registered Nurses to advance their careers through our Accelerated Continuing Education (ACE) program at Lourdes Hospital in Avondale, McCracken County. This full-time position combines structured clinical mentorship with hands-on acute care experience, empowering new RN graduates to build confidence and competency in patient-centered nursing practice. About the Role The Registered Nurse (RN) ACE program is a dedicated pathway for new graduates transitioning from nursing education to independent clinical practice. You'll work in a supportive environment with experienced nursing mentors, applying evidence-based practice and the nursing process to deliver quality care. This role emphasizes both patient safety and your professional development as you establish your foundation in acute care nursing. What You'll Do Deliver patient care through systematic data collection, comprehensive assessment, and application of the nursing process Identify, prioritize, and address patients' healthcare needs and problems using clinical judgment Plan, implement, and evaluate nursing interventions to achieve optimal patient outcomes and satisfaction Educate patients and families about health conditions, medications, treatment plans, and self-care strategies Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate comprehensive care Monitor patient responses to treatment and report significant changes to the care team Maintain accurate clinical documentation, comply with hospital standards, and support a safe care environment What We're Looking For Current RN licensure in Kentucky or eligibility for immediate state licensure Graduation from an accredited nursing program (BSN or ADN) Strong communication and interpersonal skills with patients, families, and colleagues Dedication to patient safety, clinical excellence, and continuous professional growth Ability to function effectively in a dynamic healthcare environment About Bon Secours Mercy Health Bon Secours Mercy Health is a Catholic health system dedicated to providing quality, compassionate healthcare across the United States. Lourdes Hospital in Avondale serves McCracken County and the surrounding region with a commitment to healing and dignity for every patient. How to Apply Ready to begin your nursing career at Lourdes Hospital? Apply now through this listing to join our team of dedicated healthcare professionals in Avondale, McCracken County.

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