Rapid Response Nurse/UKHC / 8P

Inside Higher Ed; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 35,817 - 62,956; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Lexington, KY is seeking a Rapid Response Nurse to provide critical care in emergencies. Candidates must have an ADN, RN license, and 4 years of experience. The position requires strong communication skills and the ability to work with multidisciplinary teams. The role includes working nights, some weekends, and holidays. This position offers a dynamic work environment dedicated to quality patient care.

Qualifications

• 4 years of related experience required.
• RN license along with ACLS, BLS, and PALS at time of hire.
• Completion of NIH stroke scale and Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum within one year.

Responsibilities

• Perform Critical Care Nurse duties in emergencies.
• Provide rapid care and act as a resource to other nurses.

Skills

Strong communication

Ability to work with multidisciplinary staff

Education

ADN required; BSN preferred

Job description

Overview

Rapid Response Nurse/UKHC / 8P — Inside Higher Ed

Working Title: Rapid Response Nurse/UKHC
Department: H3280:Command Center
Location: Lexington, KY

Job Details

• Requisition Number: NR13633
• Grade Level: 11
• Salary Range: $26.00-45.70/hour
• Type Of Position: Staff
• Position Time Status: Full-Time
• Required Education: ADN
• Required Related Experience: 4 yrs
• Required License/Registration/Certification: Registered Nurse (RN); approved national nursing certification within one year of hire date; ACLS, BLS, and 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.
• Shift: 8PM-830AM, 36 HOURS / WEEK. Some weekends and holidays as needed.
• Deadline To Apply: 09/15/2025

Responsibilities

• Perform standard Registered Nurse duties with an advanced level of practice as a Critical Care Nurse in emergencies, including declines in patient condition.
• Provide immediate, rapid care and act as a resource to other nurses in clinical/critical decision making.
• Assist in meeting goals of the command center.
• Previous teaching or classroom instruction on patient decline and failure to rescue is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: ADN required; BSN preferred.
• Experience: 4 years of related experience.
• Licenses/Certifications: RN license; ACLS, BLS, PALS at time of hire; NIH stroke scale; Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum within one year; Nursing Professional Advancement within one year.
• Skills/Knowledge: Strong communication; ability to work with multidisciplinary staff; acts as liaison for staff and families.
• Physical/Work Environment: Lift/carry/push/pull 50-100 pounds occasionally; 25-50 pounds frequently; stand, walk, and sit for long periods; potential exposure to communicable diseases, radiation hazards, and injuries from patients or sharp instruments.
• Supervisory: No supervisory responsibilities.

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Additional Information

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