Summary
Job Description:
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Baptist Health Louisville team during a period of rapid expansion. Our 30+ bed Observation Unit supports both the Emergency Department and telemetry units by caring for low‑acuity patients who require a short period of additional evaluation before determining whether admission to a telemetry unit is necessary. This fast‑paced environment offers excellent nurse‑to‑patient ratios and is an ideal fit for nurses with backgrounds in Telemetry, Emergency Department, ICU/CCU, and similar acute‑care settings.
The following summarizes the major functions of this position. Responsibilities may evolve as professional practice standards advance.
Performs comprehensive assessments and reassessments to guide patient care.
Develops individualized plans of care using evidence‑based standards.
Provides care aligned with policies, procedures, and professional nursing standards, as well as Baptist Health Louisville’s mission, vision, values, and model of care.
Evaluates patient responses to treatment and adjusts care accordingly.
Applies strong critical thinking, clinical reasoning, organizational, and leadership skills in all aspects of care delivery.
Active Kentucky RN License
BCLS
ACLS
Work Experience
Education
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 robotically-assisted surgery to San Antonio, and the first to achieve Chest Pain Center Certification at all of our hospitals.
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