eICU Nurse/UKHC

UK HealthCare; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The eICU nurse (RN) at University of Kentucky is a tele-nurse working across multiple ICUs to provide continuous vigilance and early intervention for critically ill adults. You will operate within a collaborative cardiovascular care environment.

Required ADN, 3+ years ICU experience, KY RN license, NIHSS certification before starting, and CCRN/eCCRN within 12 months. Shifts are three 12-hour nights (6p-6a) with weekends/holidays possible.

Qualifications

• Must have ADN degree.
• 3+ years adult critical care ICU experience.
• Active KY or compact RN license; NIHSS cert required before start; CCRN/eCCRN within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide continuous vigilance and tele-nursing care for critically ill adults across multiple ICUs.
• Collaborate with the care team to intervene early and reduce ICU morbidity and mortality.
• Maintain patient advocacy and ethical, compassionate care.

Skills

ICU nursing

Communication

BLS/ACLS certified

Education

ADN

BSN preferred

Job description

Job Title

eICU Nurse/UKHC

Requisition Number

NR15271

Working Title

eICU RN

Department Name

H7300: CARDIOVASCULAR

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

10

Salary Range

$28.00-39.10/hour

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

ADN

Required Related Experience

3 years adult critical care experience

Required License/Registration/Certification

Active KY or compact state Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing, NIHSS Certification (required before starting) and CCRN certification or eCCRN (within 12 months of hiring)

Physical Requirements

The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis and 25-50 pounds frequently; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.

Shift

Must be able to work three 12-hour shifts each week from 6p-6a with some weekends and holidays required.

Job Summary

The eICU nurse (Registered Nurse – RN) is a member of a collaborative care team who is responsible for providing continuous vigilance and tele-nursing care focusing on early intervention to a population of critically ill adults across multiple ICUs at various hospitals with the goal to decrease ICU -related morbidity and mortality. The following features govern the role of the eICU RN: Patient Advocacy, Proactive, continuous monitoring, Prevention, Evidence-based care, Telecommunication, Clinical decision support, Humane, compassionate ethical care

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Current Kentucky RN state licensure. Three or more years of recent experience as an ICU nurse in the specialty field of adult critical care. Two or more years of experience in a clinical role, which required effectively communicating and collaborating with health care professionals (Charge role, DCN , CNE , Team Lead). Current BLS -Provider course completion. Current ACLS -Provider course completion.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing plus 5 years (3 years of adult critical care experience)

Deadline to Apply

09/27/2026

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