Rapid Response Nurse/UKHC / 8A

Job Title
Rapid Response Nurse/UKHC / 8A


Requisition Number
NR13070


Working Title
Rapid Response Nurse/UKHC / 8A


Department Name
H3280:Command Center


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
11


Salary Range
$26.00-45.70/hour


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

ADN



Required Related Experience

4 yrs



Required License/Registration/Certification

Registered Nurse (RN); approved national nursing certification within one year of hire date; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS),Basic Life Support (BLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) providers at time of hire; NIH stroke scale certification at time of hire; Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum within one year of hire; completion of Nursing Professional Advancement within one year of hire.



Physical Requirements

Ability to lift greater than 50 pounds.



Shift

Must be able to work 8AM-830PM shifts / 36 hours per week. Will be required to
work weekends and holidays as needed for coverage.



Job Summary

Rapid Response duties include standard duties of a Registered Nurse; however, advanced level of practice as a Critical Care Nurse is required. Ability to provide immediate, rapid care in emergencies including decline in patient condition is essential. Also acts as a resource to other nurses in clinical / critical decision making. Prior teaching / classroom instruction on patient decline and failure to rescue is also preferred. Assist in meeting goals of command center.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Strong Communication Skills
Critical care background



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

BSN Preferred



Deadline to Apply
01/05/2025


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