Rapid Response Nurse/UKHC / 8A
Health and Medical Services
Full Time
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
11/24/2024
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