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Job Description:
About our Emergency Department:
Baptist Louisville Emergency Department is a fast-paced ED treats an average of more than 170 patients per day. It houses forty beds divided into five eight beds pods, each staffed with one provider, two RNs and one tech per pod, as well as an eight bed ”fast track” area.
Types of cases include acute cardiovascular and neurovascular emergencies, general medical emergencies, traumatic injuries and psychiatric patients. We are recognized by the American Heart Association as both a STEMI receiving center and a Thrombectomy Capable Stroke Center. The ages of those treated range from neonate to geriatric. An extensive orientation program allows the emergency nurse to work autonomously with a wide range of clinical specialties in treating the emergent patients and families. The ED fosters high levels of teamwork and collaboration with a multi-disciplinary group of professionals. New graduates with appropriate training and background are welcomed.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
The following is a summary of the major functions of this individual's job. He or she may perform other duties, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below, and specific functions may change from time to time.
1. Assessment
2. Develops a plan of care
3. Provides care according to policy and procedure
4. Evaluates patient response to interventions
5. Organizational skills
6. Leadership skills and critical thinking
Minimum Education, Training and Experience Required:
1. Active Kentucky License
2. ACLS
3. BCLS
4. PALS
Work Experience
Education
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.
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