Cardiac ICU Nurse — Night Shift, Critical Care

BHS Baptist Healthcare System; Springlee (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) at Baptist Health in Kentucky is a full-time, night-shift position on the 3rd Floor (4002 Building). The 10-bed unit delivers critical care for adults with severe cardiac conditions requiring continuous monitoring and advanced devices.

New graduates are welcome. BCLS and ACLS are required within specified timeframes; the role emphasizes fast decision-making and skilled clinical nursing in a high-acuity environment.

Qualifications

• Active Kentucky nursing license required.
• BCLS required within 90 days of employment.
• ACLS required within six months for experienced staff; within one year for new graduates.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs in CICU and implement appropriate interventions.
• Establish and maintain a care plan; direct nursing activities to resolve problems.
• Provide guidance and support as a resource for patients and families.

Skills

Critical care nursing

ACLS trained

BCLS certified

Critical thinking

Education

RN License (Kentucky)

Job description

The Cardiac Intensive Care Unit (CICU) at Baptist Health in Kentucky is a full-time, night-shift position on the 3rd Floor (4002 Building). The 10-bed unit delivers critical care for adults with severe cardiac conditions requiring continuous monitoring and advanced devices.

New graduates are welcome. BCLS and ACLS are required within specified timeframes; the role emphasizes fast decision-making and skilled clinical nursing in a high-acuity environment.