eICU Nurse

Scrub in for Success – Advance Your Career as a Cardiovascular eICU Nurse (RN)!

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment? UK HealthCare is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our outstanding Cardiovascular team at UK Healthcare. This specialized area delivers exceptional intensive care to patients across multiple Cardiovascular Intensive Care Units.

Why RNs Choose UK HealthCare

• Top 10% of Hospitals Nationwide: Recognized as a leader in world-class care and fostering a positive work environment.
• Forbes' Best Large Employers: Ranked among the Top 100 Employers Nationwide in 2024 and named one of Kentucky's Best Employers on Forbes' America’s Best-In-State Employers list.
• Magnet® Designation: Celebrated for Nursing Excellence and Innovation.
• Relocation Assistance: Up to $5,000, prorated based on mileage, for candidates relocating 50 miles or more.
• Loan Repayment Program: Up to $9,000 per year based on your nursing degree.

Pay & Bonuses

• New Graduate RNs: $28-$30/hour (based on degree)
• Experienced RNs: Competitive pay based on experience

Sign-On Bonuses:

• $15,000 for RNs
• $20,000 for RNs in select areas
• (Offers valid for acceptances by 1/31/25)

Flexible Scheduling

• Ability to work 6pm – 6:30am, 36 Hours/Week. Will be required to work some weekends and holidays as needed for unit coverage.

Nurse Residency Program

New graduate RNs will participate in our nationally recognized Nurse Residency Program, designed to ensure a smooth transition into professional nursing practice.

Your Role as a Cardiovascular eICU RN

• Deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care to ICU patients across the hospital’s Cardiovascular Intensive Care Units.
• Be a member of a collaborative team responsible for providing continuous vigilance and tele-nursing care focusing on early intervention to decrease ICU-related morbidity & mortality.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Promote governing features centered around patient advocacy, prevention, continuous monitoring, evidence-based care, telecommunication, clinical decision support and compassionate ethical care.
• Focus on ensuring patient satisfaction and adherence to hospital policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Associate Degree, Nursing
• 7 years of related experience to include 5 years of adult critical care experience

License/Certifications:

• Active Kentucky RN license, Temporary Work Permit, or Compact State License
• AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification valid for at least six months post-hire
• NIHSS Certification (required before starting) and CCRN certification or eCCRN (within 12 months of hiring)

Preferred Education & Experience

• Bachelor of Science Degree, Nursing
• 5 years’ experience to include 3 years of adult critical care experience

Additional Benefits

• Tuition Assistance: Support for RNs advancing their degrees
• NCLEX Reimbursement: Up to $325 for first-time test takers
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: Work with cutting-edge technology in a Magnet-designated institution
• Growth Opportunities: Advance your skills and career in a collaborative environment

Your Next Chapter: Lexington Awaits

Lexington, KY, the "Horse Capital of the World," offers the charm of a small town with the amenities of a bustling city. Enjoy a vibrant downtown with diverse dining, arts, and entertainment, plus easy access to beautiful hiking trails, historic bourbon distilleries, and scenic landscapes. With affordable housing, excellent schools, and a welcoming community, Lexington provides an ideal environment for both career growth and quality living—perfect for those seeking a blend of adventure and tranquility in the beautiful Bluegrass region.

Ready to Make a Difference?

Join UK HealthCare’s Intensive Care Team and step into a nursing role where your skills, compassion, and dedication make a difference. Be part of a nationally recognized institution focused on excellence in patient care. Apply today and take the next step in your nursing career!

We can’t wait to welcome you to the Wildcat legacy!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $32.76 - $43.06 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 36 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

• Critical & Intensive Care

Physical Setting:

• Acute care
• Inpatient
• Magnet hospital

Supplemental Pay:

• Signing bonus

Experience:

• acute care: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• NIHSS Certification (Required)
• CCRN or eCCRN (Preferred)
• BLS Certification (Preferred)
• ACLS Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Lexington, KY 40503 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Lexington, KY 40503: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $9,000