RN Full Time, Nights- 5 South Observation

RN Full Time, Nights- 5 South Observation

Summary

Job Description:

Job Summary

The 5 South Observation Unit is a fast-paced, team-focused environment supporting both the Emergency Department and telemetry services. The unit cares for low-acuity patients who need short-term monitoring and additional evaluation before determining whether inpatient admission is required. This role is an excellent fit for nurses with experience in Telemetry, Emergency Department, Intermediate Care, ICU/CCU, ambulatory care, or those who are comfortable with basic phlebotomy skills. While not required, this experience supports efficient patient flow and timely diagnostics.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs thorough assessments and ongoing reassessments to guide patient care

• Develops individualized, evidence-based plans of care

• Provides care aligned with organizational policies, professional standards, and the mission, vision, and values of the organization

• Evaluates patient responses and adjusts interventions as needed

• Demonstrates strong critical thinking, clinical reasoning, organization, and leadership in all aspects of care

• Utilizes blood-draw skills when needed to support timely lab collection (not a required qualification)

Minimum Education, Training, and

Experience

• Required

• Active Kentucky RN license

• BCLS required (training available)

• ACLS required (training available)

• NIH preferred

• Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.