BHS·Lexington, Kentucky
The RN is responsible for assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and providing direct care within the Cardiovascular Observation Unit. They must manage patient care delivery, demonstrate leadership, and supervise support staff such as Patient Care Techs and LPNs.
Job Description: Registered Nurse- (CVOU)
Full Time I Night Shift (830a-9p): Diagnostic and Imaging I Lexington, Ky
$15,000 Sign on Bonus Available for Qualified Individuals
Baptist Health invasive cardiac services, where compassionate care meets advanced treatment and research.
Our three units encompass the Cardiac Catheterization Lab, Electrophysiology Lab, and Cardiovascular Observation Unit.
Our invasive Cardiac Services include cardiac catheterizations, angioplasty, percutaneous catheter interventions, cardiac MEMs, interventional neurology, interventional radiology, cardiac ablations, pacemakers/defibrillators, left atrial appendage occlusion devices, loop recorder implants, transesophageal echocardiograms, and electrical cardioversions.
The cardiovascular observation unit also serves as our preoperative and postoperative area.
At Baptist Health, we treat the whole person, offering hope and strength on every patient’s journey.
Assessment of patients’ needs.
Development of patient care plans.
Provision of direct care.
Management of patient care delivery.
Demonstrate leadership skills.
Support for quality care.
Customer relations and a healing environment.
On call requirement weekends/holidays picked by rotation.
Operating Room Nurses provide care and support to patients before, during and after surgery.
Clinical decision-making incorporates all four phases of the nursing process, critical thinking and creativity.
Must possess ability to supervise and delegate appropriate work to Patient Care Techs, Licensed Practical Nurses, Unit Secretaries, and Students.
Current RN licensure and work permit in Kentucky.
Bachelor’s or an associate degree in nursing from an accredited college/university.
Applicants with an associate degree in nursing and less than 10 years of experience must enroll within 12 months of hire in a bachelor’s degree program and must have achieved the degree within 5 years.
ACLS/PALS/NIHHS and successful completion of dysrhythmia class as required by department of assignment.
Minimum of 2 years of ICU, CCU, or cardiovascular nursing experience preferred.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, applicants must obtain BLS within 30 days of their hire date.
ACLS certification required within 6 months for experienced nurses and 1 year for new graduates.
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.
Candidates must have a current Kentucky RN license and either an associate or bachelor's degree in nursing. Required certifications include BLS, with ACLS, PALS, and NIHSS required based on experience level, and a preference for 2 years of ICU, CCU, or cardiovascular experience.
Market context
Registered Nurse openings in Kentucky are commonly driven by ongoing staffing needs in hospitals, clinics, and other care settings. These roles are competitive because employers often look for current Kentucky RN licensure or a work permit, an accredited nursing degree, and certifications such as ACLS, PALS, NRP, BLS, and dysrhythmia training. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certifications match the posting before applying.