Registered Nurse (RN)

Registered Nurse (RN) – Med/Surg TelemetryFULL TIME - DAYSMed Surg Telemetry is a 22-bed telemetry unit. This unit specializes in general medical surgical and telemetry patients such as but not limited to pneumonia, ESRD, Stroke CHF and chest pain patients. Post-operative patients such as GU, Urology, Orthopedics, Bariatrics, Heart Cath/PCI. The population has multiple co-morbidities and complex care. The patient population is admitted / transferred from ICU, ED and PACU.Registered Nurse implements professional nursing practice centered on the patient as a whole person and the creation of a caring environment focused on healing and wellness. Under general supervision, provides professional nursing services and patient care in a variety of settings. Follows established nursing process, including patient assessment, nursing diagnosis, planning, intervention, and evaluation. Ensures adherence to hospital and department policies, and nursing procedures, standards, and practices. Clinical decision-making incorporates all four phases of the nursing process, critical thinking, and creativity.Requirements:Current RN licensure recognized by the Kentucky State Board of Nursing is required.Current RN licensure or temporary Kentucky work permitAssociate Degree in Nursing with a Bachelor's Degree preferredCompletion and maintenance of BLS.ACLS & PALS (or ENPC) within 6 months of hire.NIHSS within 3 months of hire.Successful completion of all competencies as identified on the departmental nurse competency grid.BLS RequiredBenefits: Full-Time 32 weekly hours (0.8 FTE) - 40 weekly hours (1.0 FTE)Health, Vision, Dental and Pet InsuranceLife InsuranceShort Term and Long-Term Disability and Life InsuranceIdentity Theft ProtectionTuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annuallyCompany paid Maternity and Paternity Leave5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hireBereavement Leave (includes pets)PTO Sell Back ProgramCompassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation)Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial supportRetirement with Company MatchIf you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.