BHS·Louisville, Kentucky
The ICU nurse assesses patient needs and implements appropriate interventions for critical care patients, specifically those requiring neurologic care. They establish nursing care plans and act as a primary resource for patients and their families throughout the care journey.
Full Time 36 weekly hours, Days - three 12-hour shifts, every 3rd weekend, & support shifts required
Sign On Bonus Eligible for Experienced Critical Care Nurses!
About the
The Intensive Care unit (ICU) is a 20 bed critical care unit specializing in neurologic care. Staff working in ICU will encounter a variety of nursing needs from stroke, post-op neurosurgery, ventricular drains, abdominal pressure monitoring, CRRT to hypothermia.
The ICU nurse assesses and identifies patient needs and implements appropriate interventions for the patient. The ICU Nurse establishes and maintains a plan for the delivery of nursing care; assures that nursing care interventions and activities are directed to resolve problems; and performs technical aspects of care competently. ICU nurses must have strong critical thinking skills. The critical care nurse acts as a family and patient resource to guide them through all stages of the patient’s critical care journey.
Minimum Education, Training, and Experience
1. Active Kentucky License
2. BCLS Required within 90 days of employment.
3. ACLS will be required within six months for experienced staff nurses and within one year for new graduate nurses.
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 hold an active Kentucky nursing license and obtain BCLS certification within 90 days. ACLS certification is required within six months for experienced nurses or one year for new graduates.
Market context
Kentucky nursing employers commonly look for licensed practical nurses who can step into school, pediatric, or long-term care settings and handle routine care with confidence. These roles can be competitive because an active Kentucky LPN license, current CPR/BLS, and comfort with complex medical needs are often expected, while the benefits package may include paid holidays, personal time, sick time, and a 401(k) match. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your license and certification status before applying.