Summary

Job Description:

Job Summary

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Baptist Health Louisville team during a period of rapid expansion. Our 30+ bed Observation Unit supports both the Emergency Department and telemetry units by caring for low‑acuity patients who require a short period of additional evaluation before determining whether admission to a telemetry unit is necessary. This fast‑paced environment offers excellent nurse‑to‑patient ratios and is an ideal fit for nurses with backgrounds in Telemetry, Emergency Department, ICU/CCU, and similar acute‑care settings.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

The following summarizes the major functions of this position. Responsibilities may evolve as professional practice standards advance.

Performs comprehensive assessments and reassessments to guide patient care.

Develops individualized plans of care using evidence‑based standards.

Provides care aligned with policies, procedures, and professional nursing standards, as well as Baptist Health Louisville’s mission, vision, values, and model of care.

Evaluates patient responses to treatment and adjusts care accordingly.

Applies strong critical thinking, clinical reasoning, organizational, and leadership skills in all aspects of care delivery.

Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required

Active Kentucky RN License

BCLS

ACLS

Work Experience

Education

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!

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.