Nurse Clinical​/UKHC

Overview

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Posting Details

Job Title:

Nurse Clinical/UKHC |

Requisition Number NR14468 | Working Title RN/Trauma & Acute Care/CH PAV A 6200 | Department: H7000:
Trauma and Acute Care Surgery Services |

Work Location:

Lexington, KY | Grade Level: 10 | Salary Range: $/hour | Type:
Staff | Time Status:
Full-Time

Required Education

ADN

Required Related Experience

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification

Active Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license, Temporary Work Permit (TWP), Provisional License or active compact state RN license in good standing, and American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for Healthcare Provider valid for at least 6 months after employment date.

Physical Requirements

The essential functions include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds daily and 25-50 pounds frequently; as well as stand, walk, and sit for long periods. May involve exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from patients or sharp instruments.

Shift

Must be able to work three 12-hour nights (7:00 PM–7:30 AM) per week; some weekend and holiday work may be required.

The primary responsibilities include providing total, comprehensive, continuous, patient-centered care which includes assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties for Nursing Care Technicians; and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state, and local regulations. This environment supports collaborative efforts among nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance patient outcomes.

The nursing process is used in conjunction with a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care to ensure patient satisfaction.

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs and the priority within Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns framework, as well as Swanson’s Caring model; superb direct patient care and critical thinking skills; basic computer navigation skills; ability to communicate professionally with patients, families, co-workers, and physicians; strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skills; motivation, pro-activity, and confidence in advocating for patients and families.

Ability to work well in a team and independently with open, honest communication.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

BSN + at least 1 year of RN experience preferred

01/12/2026

UK Health Care and the University of Kentucky value the well-being of employees and are committed to a safe, healthy environment. The University is tobacco- and drug-free on campus. The University follows applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws and provides equal opportunities in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, creed, age, disability, veteran status, service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, or socioeconomic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. Screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.