RN Full Time, Nights- 5 South Observation

Baptist Health; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health Louisville is hiring a Registered Nurse for the 5 South Observation Unit on the night shift. The unit supports the Emergency Department and telemetry, caring for low-acuity patients needing short-term monitoring and evaluation.

Candidates should hold an active Kentucky RN license; BCLS and ACLS training are available, with NIH preference. Prior telemetry or ED experience is beneficial; phlebotomy skills are a plus.

Qualifications

• Active Kentucky RN license
• BCLS required (training available)
• ACLS required (training available)
• NIH preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs thorough assessments and reassessments to guide patient care.
• Develops individualized, evidence-based plans of care.
• Provides care aligned with organizational policies and values.
• Evaluates patient responses and adjusts interventions as needed.
• Utilizes blood-draw skills to support timely lab collection.

Skills

Telemetry nursing

Emergency Department care

Phlebotomy basics

Education

KY RN license

Job description

## RN Full Time, Nights- 5 South ObservationApply: Louisville, KY: Full time: Posted Today: R25088141**Summary**ACLS BLS NIH Certification- training available 12 Lead EKG- training available Phlebotomy**Job Description:****Job Summary**The 5 South Observation Unit is a fast‐paced, team‐focused environment supporting both the Emergency Department and telemetry services. The unit cares for low‐acuity patients who need short‐term monitoring and additional evaluation before determining whether inpatient admission is required. This role is an excellent fit for nurses with experience in Telemetry, Emergency Department, Intermediate Care, ICU/CCU, ambulatory care, or those who are comfortable with basic phlebotomy skills. While not required, this experience supports efficient patient flow and timely diagnostics.**Principal Duties and Responsibilities*** Performs thorough assessments and ongoing reassessments to guide patient care* Develops individualized, evidence‐based plans of care* Provides care aligned with organizational policies, professional standards, and the mission, vision, and values of the organization* Evaluates patient responses and adjusts interventions as needed* Demonstrates strong critical thinking, clinical reasoning, organization, and leadership in all aspects of care* Utilizes blood‐draw skills when needed to support timely lab collection (not a required qualification)**Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required*** Active Kentucky RN license* BCLS required (training available)* ACLS required (training available)* NIH preferred### *If you would like to be part of a growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence, teamwork and innovation, we urge you to apply now!*