Cardiac Telemetry RN – Post-Op Care, Nights

BHS; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Ins.

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Education/Tuition Reimbursement

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan with Company Match

Job summary

Baptist Health in Lexington, KY, is seeking a Registered Nurse for the 4H telemetry unit. The role supports post-operative CABG and cardiac patients with complex care needs on the night shift.

The RN will provide direct patient care, coordinate admissions and discharges, and educate patients and families in a healing, compassionate environment. BLS and ACLS/PALS/NRP training are required.

Qualifications

• Current RN licensure in Kentucky is required.
• Bachelor’s or an Associate degree in nursing from an accredited program.
• ADN holders with <10 years of experience must enroll in a BSN within 12 months and complete it within 5 years.
• Basic life support (BLS) required.
• ACLS/PALS/NRP and dysrhythmia training as required by department.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care on a telemetry unit, including rounds, assessments and treatments.
• Coordinate admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Educate patients and families with patient- and family-centered care.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality care.
• Uphold nursing standards and guidelines in a healing, compassionate environment.

Education

RN licensure in Kentucky

Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Nursing

Basic life support (BLS)

ACLS/PALS/NRP and dysrhythmia training

Bachelor’s degree in progress (for ADN holders)

Job description

Baptist Health in Lexington, KY, is seeking a Registered Nurse for the 4H telemetry unit. The role supports post-operative CABG and cardiac patients with complex care needs on the night shift.

The RN will provide direct patient care, coordinate admissions and discharges, and educate patients and families in a healing, compassionate environment. BLS and ACLS/PALS/NRP training are required.