We are Hiring Charge RNs at Mary & Elizabeth! - ICU

Location: 1850 Bluegrass Ave. Louisville, KY 40215

Shift: 7a-7p, Fulltime 

About Us

Mary & Elizabeth Hospital, part of UofL Health, is a 298-bed, full-service hospital. The hospital offers a full range of orthopedic, cardiac, neurological, surgical, vascular, behavioral health, rehabilitative and 24/7 emergency services. Mary & Elizabeth Hospital is home to the University of Louisville School of Medicine’s Family Medicine residency training program. The hospital has received DNV Certification in the areas of Shoulder Surgery and Advanced Foot & Ankle Surgery. It also been recognized as one of the first health care facilities in the nation to receive a Blue Distinction® Center for bariatric surgery. The hospital was initially founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in 1874.. UofL Health is home to over 14,000 team members, 1000+ providers, 200+ practice locations, 9 hospitals, and 4 medical centers.

Our Mission

As an academic health care system, we will transform the health of the communities we serve through compassionate, innovative, patient-centered care.

Job Summary

The Charge RN is accountable for the daily patient care operations of the assigned department, working under the direction of the Nurse Manager on assigned shifts. Responsible for daily patient care assignments, maintaining clinical standards of care, maintaining labor productivity and supervision of the patient care environment; supporting the care team. Supports the activities of the Nurse Manager. Maintains positive inter- and intra-departmental relationships. Directs patient throughput activities in the assigned unit. Maintains evidence-based nursing practices to achieve desirable patient outcomes in accordance with the Kentucky Nurse Practice Act.

Provides direct supervision of personnel practicing on Nursing Units, makes patient care assignments, evaluates assignments, facilitates patient throughput, and directly observes staff performance on assigned shift.

The area of focus

• Age 18+

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program
• Current KY RN licensure or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky
• Basic Life Saving (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) accredited by the American Heart Association (may be required for specific clinical areas).
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (may be required for specific clinical areas)

 Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in nursing from an accredited college or university
• Two years of patient care experience in specialty area

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive Pay & Benefits Options
• Paid Vacation, Sick days, and Holidays
• Free tuition to UofL for Part- and Full-time employees for Child/Spouse/Domestic
• Partner401K with Employer Match
• Opportunities for Advancement