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Registered Nurse (RN)

BHS·Lexington, Kentucky

Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 19 days ago
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Registered Nurse (RN)

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

About the role

The Registered Nurse provides direct patient care and support before, during, and after surgical procedures within the operating room. They are responsible for assessing patient needs, developing care plans, and supervising support staff to ensure high-quality clinical outcomes.

Summary

Job Description

Registered Nurse-OR Full Time I First Shift (5x8’s) Operating Room I Lexington, KY $15,000 Sign on Bonus Available for Qualified Individuals Baptist Health Lexington Surgical Services Department encompasses several key areas: the Pre-Op Department, 20 operating rooms with a business office staff responsible for scheduling, a Postoperative Care Unit, an Endoscopy Department with dedicated pre- and post-op areas, and a Sterile Processing Department. Description Registered Nurse-OR: Assessment of patients’ needs. Development of patient care plan/s 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. Requirements Registered Nurse-OR: 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. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, must obtain BLS within 30 days of their hire date. ACLS/PALS/NRP and successful completion of dysrhythmia class as required by department of assignment.

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 an associate or bachelor's degree in nursing. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required, along with the ability to obtain additional certifications like ACLS, PALS, or NRP as needed.

  • associate degree
  • bachelor degree
  • ACLS
  • Leadership
  • Supervision
  • Delegation
  • PALS
  • Critical thinking
  • NRP
  • BLS certification
  • Patient assessment
  • Care planning
  • Clinical decision-making
  • Surgical support
  • Operating room nursing
  • Dysrhythmia interpretation

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Location
Lexington, Kentucky
Posted
Aug 20, 2026
Application
Employer website
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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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Kentucky RN roles remain in steady demand

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.

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