FT AM RN 5 South Observation Unit

Summary

Job Description:

Job Summary

The 5 South Observation Unit is a fastpaced, teamfocused environment supporting both the Emergency Department and telemetry services. The unit cares for lowacuity patients who need shortterm 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, evidencebased 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 blooddraw 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

Work Experience

Education