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Registered Nurse

BHS·Lexington, Kentucky

Full TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 1 month ago
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Registered Nurse

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  • 412 similar openings in the Lexington area · median $60,000

About the role

The Registered Nurse will assess patient needs, develop care plans, and provide direct clinical care within the Cardiovascular Observation Unit. They are also responsible for supervising support staff and managing patient care delivery during preoperative and postoperative phases.

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Job Description

Registered Nurse- (CVOU) Full Time I First Shift (3x12s 0600-1830) 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. Description RN (CVOU): 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. Qualifications RN (CVOU): 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. 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.

Benefits

Health, Vision, Dental and Pet Insurance Life Insurance Short Term and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance Identity Theft Protection Tuition Reimbursement up to $6,000 annually Company paid Maternity and Paternity Leave 5 days of Paid Time Off available upon hire Bereavement Leave (includes pets) PTO Sell Back Program Compassionate Leave Sharing Program (PTO Donation) Employee Support Fund, for employees in need of emergency financial support Retirement with Company Match 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.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current Kentucky RN license and possess either an associate or bachelor's degree in nursing. BLS certification is required, with ACLS certification expected within 6 months to 1 year of hire.

  • associate degree
  • bachelor degree
  • Leadership
  • Supervision
  • Delegation
  • Patient care
  • Critical thinking
  • Defibrillation
  • Angioplasty
  • Patient assessment
  • Care planning
  • Clinical decision-making
  • Interventional radiology
  • Cardiac catheterization
  • Cardiac ablation
  • Transesophageal echocardiogram
  • Electrical cardioversion

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Lexington, Kentucky
Posted
Aug 12, 2026
Application
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BHS

Baptist Health System is a recognized leader in healthcare in San Antonio and South Texas. Since 1903, Baptist Health System has been caring for the health and spiritual needs of people in San Antonio, south Texas and beyond. Baptist Health System is the first to bring...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypePrivately Held
Size5,001-10,000 employees
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