RN Full Time Nights- ED Observation Unit

Summary

Job Description:

Job Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Baptist Health Louisville team during a period of rapid expansion. Our 30+ bed Observation Unit supports both the Emergency Department and telemetry units by caring for low-acuity patients who require a short period of additional evaluation before determining whether admission to a telemetry unit is necessary. This fast-paced environment offers excellent nurse-to-patient ratios and is an ideal fit for nurses with backgrounds in Telemetry, Emergency Department, ICU/CCU , and similar acute-care settings.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

The following summarizes the major functions of this position. Responsibilities may evolve as professional practice standards advance.

• Performs comprehensive assessments and reassessments to guide patient care.
• Develops individualized plans of care using evidence-based standards.
• Provides care aligned with policies, procedures, and professional nursing standards , as well as Baptist Health Louisville's mission, vision, values, and model of care.
• Evaluates patient responses to treatment and adjusts care accordingly.
• Applies strong critical thinking, clinical reasoning, organizational, and leadership skills in all aspects of care delivery.

Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required

• Active Kentucky RN License
• BCLS
• ACLS

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If 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.