Registered Nurse

BHS•Lexington, KY

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Heart Valve Clinic provides specialized evaluation, coordination, and management of patients with valvular heart disease. The clinic collaborates with cardiology and cardiothoracic teams to deliver timely, evidence-based care, support treatment planning, and enhance patient outcomes through coordinated, patient-centered services.

Requirements

Associate degree.
Current RN Licensure or work permit in Kentucky.
Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college/university or an associate degree with a minimum of ten (10) years’ experience required. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree and less than ten years’ experience, an associate degree in nursing will be acceptable for initial hire with the understanding that the individual must be enrolled within 12 months in a bachelor’s degree program and must have achieved the degree within 5 years.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. If not already certified, applicants must obtain BLS within 30 days of their hire date.
ACLS/PALS/NRP and successful completion of dysrhythmia class as required by department of assignment.

Nice To Haves

Preferred minimum of 2-3 years’ experience.

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care including vital signs, histories, injections, and assisting with exams and procedures
Support efficient patient flow and clinic operations
Schedule appointments, coordinate referrals, and obtain insurance authorizations
Perform waived laboratory testing and specimen handling
Communicate test results and provider instructions to patients as directed
Maintain exam rooms, supplies, and equipment cleanliness
Document accurately in the electronic medical record (EMR)
Follow safety, infection control, and organizational policies