Observation RN: Fast-Paced Patient Care & Discharge

Carle Health; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 111,550,000 - 181,524,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking a Staff Registered Nurse (RN) to provide professional nursing care for a designated group of patients. You will perform assessments, develop and implement care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective patient care.

The role emphasizes documentation accuracy, patient safety, and timely response to call lights, with opportunities to support care transitions and discharge planning across the unit.

Qualifications

• Licensed RN (IDFPR)
• BLS within 30 days (AHA)
• College Diploma: Nursing

Responsibilities

• Performs all responsibilities and duties required by unit as specific to the scope of service.
• Maintains up-to-date documentation of nursing care and interventions.
• Completes initial assessment on admission and develops a plan of care.
• Delivers care and modifies plan based on evaluation.
• Ensures patient and staff safety and reports hazards.
• Communicates with the healthcare team to support patient care coordination.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs assessment

Communication

Education

Nursing Diploma

Job description

Carle Health is seeking a Staff Registered Nurse (RN) to provide professional nursing care for a designated group of patients. You will perform assessments, develop and implement care plans, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, effective patient care.

The role emphasizes documentation accuracy, patient safety, and timely response to call lights, with opportunities to support care transitions and discharge planning across the unit.