RN Full Time, Nights- 5 South Observation

Baptist Health; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Louisville is seeking an experienced registered nurse to support the 5 South Observation Unit, providing ongoing assessments, care plans, and timely evaluations for low-acuity patients on telemetry.

Ideal candidates hold an active Kentucky RN license, BCLS and ACLS certifications (training available), with comfort in phlebotomy and a fast-paced ED/telemetry environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Performs thorough assessments and ongoing reassessments to guide patient care.
• Develops individualized, evidence-based plans of care.
• Provides care aligned with organizational policies and standards.
• Evaluates patient responses and adjusts interventions as needed.
• Demonstrates critical thinking and leadership in care.
• Utilizes blood draw skills to support timely lab collection (not required).

Skills

Telemetry experience

Emergency dept experience

Phlebotomy skills

Clinical assessment

Education

RN license (Kentucky)

Job description

Summary

ACLS
BLS
NIH Certification- training available
12 Lead EKG- training available
Phlebotomy

Job Description:

Job Summary

The 5 South Observation Unit is a fastpaced, teamfocused environment supporting both the Emergency Department and telemetry services. The unit cares for lowacuity patients who need shortterm 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, evidencebased 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 blooddraw 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

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.