BHS·Lexington, Kentucky
The RN-EP Lab is responsible for assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and providing direct care within the Electrophysiology Lab. They must manage patient care delivery and supervise support staff including Patient Care Techs and LPNs.
This position is M-F, 3 /12 hour shifts. No call, No week-ends, No Holidays.
Full Time I First Shift: 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 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/NRP and successful completion of dysrhythmia class as required by department of assignment.
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 hold a current Kentucky RN license and either an associate or bachelor's degree in nursing. Required certifications include BLS, with ACLS, PALS, and NRP required based on experience level and department needs.
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.