Registered Nurse Vascular Thoracic Full Time Nights

BHS Baptist Healthcare System

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Louisville, KY Until 8/22/2026 First posted March 24, 2026 Last posted May 7, 2026
Job description

Summary

Job Description:

Registered Nurse Vascular Thoracic/Critical Care Step Down Unit- Full Time, Nights

Status: Full Time

Shift: Third

*Employment Bonus Available for Eligible Applicants*

About the Unit:

Join our dynamic Vascular Thoracic Unit, a highly specialized 21-bed unit dedicated to providing exceptional care to high-to-intensive patients following vascular and thoracic surgeries. Our fast-paced environment supports patients who have undergone procedures such as carotid surgery, lower extremity bypass, aneurysm repairs, arterial line placements, AKOS, and chest tube insertions.

Job Summary:

As a Registered Nurse in the Vascular Thoracic Unit, you will implement the nursing process for patients across all age groups, from infancy to geriatrics. You will ensure patient care aligns with Kentucky Nursing Laws and our organizational policies and procedures. Your role will focus on promoting positive patient outcomes, delivering high-quality care, and driving change through active involvement in unit-based and hospital shared governance councils. You will contribute to a supportive and professional practice environment.

Requirements:

Active Kentucky RN License.

Associate's degree in nursing.

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required.

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification 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

provide specialized vascular thoracic and critical care nursing in a fast-paced hospital environment

Job title

Registered Nurse Vascular Thoracic Full Time Nights

Experience level

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Louisville, KY; remote not allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

active Kentucky RN Licenseassociate's degree in nursingBCLSACLS

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

vascularthoraciccritical care
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Louisville, KY, USA

On-site City