Registered Nurse Cardiovascular Unit Part Time Dayshift
Louisville, Kentucky
Posted May 12 · New grads welcomed
- License
- RN licenseActive Kentucky RN License
- Term
- Permanent
Do you qualify?
- New grads
- Welcomed
- License
- Active Kentucky RN License Check your license
- Certification
- ACLS Required
- Also asks
- BCLS Required
- Also asks
- 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!
Your six-month RN application plan
Start about six months before graduation. Some programs open earlier; use each employer’s application dates.
6 months before
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Check application windows. Gather clinical experience, references and your expected graduation date.
Find residencies →4–6 months before
Apply as windows open
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Explore new grad jobs →2–3 months before
Meet the unit manager
Ask about overtime, a shadow shift, preceptor continuity and the schedule after orientation.
Prepare your questions →Around graduation
Confirm your start
Coordinate NCLEX, the required license and your start date. Get relocation and repayment terms in writing.
Plan your license →
Why start this early?
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The workplace
Worth asking
- Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
- What should I expect for shifts, weekly hours, holiday, and call?
More questions to askFewer questions
- What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
- How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
Your fit
On your path
Cardiac has an opening for new graduates. This employer welcomes new graduates for this role. See the posting’s qualifications and orientation details.
Original listing
Posted on BHS Baptist Healthcare System’s careers page.
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Summary Seeking Registered Nurse for Cardiovascular Unit! Part Time, Days (7a-7p - every 3rd weekend rotation) Join our team in the Cardiovascular Unit as a Registered Nurse , working Full Time, 36 Hours Weekly. The unit consists of a 15-bed observation unit (CVI) and an additional 12-bed unit (CVU) for intermediate care.
CVI specializes in caring for patients pre- and post-cardiac interventions such as PTCA, cardioversion, and generator implants, as well as those with atypical chest pain requiring cardiac monitoring. CVU provides post-op care for cardiac surgery patients following open-heart recovery. Our RN's care for patients through their entire journey, from intervention to discharge.
New graduate nurses are encouraged to apply. The Cardiac Nurse assesses patient needs, implements interventions, and maintains a nursing care plan to address those needs. Strong critical thinking skills are essential as nurses provide technical care and act as resources to guide patients and families through their cardiac journey.
Bonus Eligible for Qualified Candidates
Requirements
Active Kentucky RN License BCLS Required 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.
What's around it?
Louisville, KY
Living costs about 10% below the US average