Charge Nurse Part Time, NIGHTS- 5 South Observation

BHS Baptist Healthcare System

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Louisville, KY Until 8/22/2026 First posted March 21, 2025 Last posted March 21, 2025
Job description

Summary

Job Description:

Job Summary

The 5 South Observation Unit supports both the Emergency Department and telemetry services by caring for low‑acuity patients who require short‑term monitoring to determine whether inpatient admission is needed. This fast‑moving unit relies on strong teamwork, clear communication, and efficient patient flow.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

  • Serves as the shift supervisor and key member of the unit’s leadership team

  • Provides clinical guidance and support to staff throughout the shift

  • Rounds on patients and families to ensure safety, satisfaction, and high‑quality care

  • Collaborates closely with the Nurse Manager on operational needs, including scheduling, staff development, and maintaining clinical competence

  • Promotes a positive, team‑oriented environment and supports smooth unit operations

Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required

  • Active Kentucky RN license

  • Minimum of two years acute‑care hospital experience

  • BCLS and ACLS required

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.

About this role

Summary

Supervise and support nursing staff in a fast-paced observation unit, ensuring quality patient care and safety

Job title

Charge Nurse Part Time, NIGHTS- 5 South Observation

Experience level

2+ years

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Louisville, KY; remote work not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

Yes

Skills & keywords

Required skills

active Kentucky RN licenseBCLSACLS

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

acute caretelemetrysupervisionemergency
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Louisville, KY, USA

On-site City