Rapid Response Nurse/UKHC / 8P

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Registered Nurse to join their Rapid Response team. This role requires a critical care background and the ability to provide immediate care in emergencies. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with multidisciplinary staff, ensuring effective communication and support for both patients and families. The position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in critical situations while contributing to a healthy work environment. If you are passionate about nursing and ready to take on challenges in a dynamic setting, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse (RN) with required certifications.
• Experience in critical care and emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate care in emergencies and act as a resource for other nurses.
• Assist in meeting goals of the command center.

Skills

Communication Skills

Critical Care Background

Emergency Care

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

Job description

Required License/Registration/Certification

Registered Nurse (RN); approved national nursing certification within one year of hire date; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support ( ACLS ),Basic Life Support ( BLS ), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support ( PALS ) providers at time of hire; NIH stroke scale certification at time of hire; Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum within one year of hire; completion of Nursing Professional Advancement within one year of hire.

Physical Requirements

The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds occasionally 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 8PM-830AM, 36 HOURS / WEEK .
Will work some weekends and holidays as needed to cover Enterprise.

Job Summary

Rapid Response duties include standard duties of a Registered Nurse; however, advanced level of practice as a Critical Care Nurse is required. Ability to provide immediate, rapid care in emergencies including decline in patient condition is essential. Also acts as a resource to other nurses in clinical / critical decision making. Prior teaching / classroom instruction on patient decline and failure to rescue is also preferred. Assist in meeting goals of command center.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Communication skills are key in this role. Will be working with multi-
disciplinary staff. Must have critical care background; acts as a liaison for staff
and families.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

BSN Preferred

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 05/18/2025

Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Please indicate your current Nursing licensure status.
  • None
  • Current KY RN license
  • Current non-compact state RN license
  • Current compact state RN license
  • New graduate within 6 months or provisional license
  • Valid KY temporary work permit
• * Please describe your paid work experience monitoring patients in a hospital setting.

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Please indicate your paid employment experience with ICU patient care.
  • None
  • More than 0, up through 1 year
  • More than 1 year, up through 3 yearsm
  • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
  • More than 5 years
• * Do you have a current Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification?
  • Yes
  • No