Nursing at Daviess Community Hospital

Daviess Community Hospital and clinics are committed to providing nursing excellence. As a small, community based hospital, we treat not only our patients like family, but our co-workers. Join our team today and become a member of our family.

Daviess Community Hospital is committed to providing comprehensive and competitive benefits as part of your total compensation package.

Benefits of Joining our Nursing Team:

• Student Nurse Intern Opportunities: Applicant will be eligible after they have completed 1^st semester of nursing school. Once the Student Nurse Intern has entered their last year/senior year of nursing school, they will receive a pay increase. The Student Nurse Intern will be offered 1:1 precepted hours for 1 shift every month (dependent on staffing) and periodic educational opportunities will be offered.
• Recent Wage Increases
• Extern Job Opportunities: Extern must have graduated from an accredited school of nursing. Extern will receive a $5000 sign on bonus (paid in installments) with a 2 year commitment. NCLEX reimbursement is available. Extern will have the opportunity to float to other areas/departments of the hospital for experience. Once the extern passes their RN boards, they will transition to a registered nurse position and continue their orientation.
• CNA Certification Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement
  All full time employees who have been employed at DCH for at least 6 months are eligible. Tuition and book payments will be reimbursed at 80%. The maximum paid out in one year is $3000. A grade of “C” or better is required for reimbursement.
• Scholarship Opportunities
  The DCH Foundation provides scholarships annually to students who are pursing a degree in the field of medicine. The Health Careers Scholarship is up to $1,500 and The Helen Arthur Memorial Scholarship Award is a $750 scholarship awarded to a student pursing a nursing degree. (deadline is March 4, 2024, applications are now available, click HERE)
  • $5000 Nursing Scholarship (click HERE to apply)
• BSN recognition
  BSNs are recognized through additional monetary compensation.
• Professional Development
  The DCH Education department offers a wide range of courses throughout the year. In addition, our partnership with Ascension St. Vincent allows for additional educational opportunities.
• DAISY Award Recognition