Clinical Nurse Specialist​/UKHC

Working Title Perioperative Services Clinical Nurse Specialist

Department Name

Department Name H3270:

Nursing Practice and Support Services

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 13

Salary Range

Salary Range $84,/year

Type of Position

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

MSN

Required Related Experience

5 years

Required License/Registration/Certification

Registered Nurse (RN) with active KY or compact state license in good standing;
American Heart Association BLS valid for at least 6 months from start date.

Physical Requirements

typing, sitting for extended periods, walking, assistance with patient maneuvering/positioning

Shift

8a-5p Monday-Friday

Job Summary

This position will provide the necessary skills, guidance and education to patients/families and staff to ensure that the care provided is efficient and cost effective as well as being safe and of the highest quality for patients in perioperative services.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

Candidate must have at minimum Master’s Degree in Nursing PLUS minimum of 5 years experience as nurse. Perioperative nursing experience preferred.

Final date to receive applications

Final date to receive applications 01/18/2026

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