Surgical Unit Lead RN — Team & Care Leader

CommonSpirit Health; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 90,260,000 - 130,795,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky, is seeking a Medical Surgical Nurse to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care across service lines such as cardiac, orthopedic, and critical care. You will assess patients, administer medications, and coordinate complex care plans with an interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate brings strong assessment and critical thinking, a patient-first mindset, and the ability to adapt to changing needs.

Qualifications

• RN with Kentucky license upon hire.
• BSN enrollment within 2 years and completion within 5 years of hire.
• 2 years of perioperative nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide direct patient care and supervise personnel in surgical service areas.
• Match existing resources to provide patient care in a collaborative environment.
• Ensure staffing and resources align with patient care needs.
• Communicate personnel concerns to the Nurse Manager.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and implement changes using problem solving.
• Maintain unit professional standards.

Skills

Critical thinking

Assessment skills

Patient care

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelors Of Nursing

RN KY license

Job description

Saint Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Kentucky, is seeking a Medical Surgical Nurse to provide comprehensive, patient-centered care across service lines such as cardiac, orthopedic, and critical care. You will assess patients, administer medications, and coordinate complex care plans with an interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate brings strong assessment and critical thinking, a patient-first mindset, and the ability to adapt to changing needs.