Development Instructor​/UKHC

Job Title

Staff Development Instructor/UKHC

Requisition Number: NR14488

• Title:
  
  Staff Development Instructor/Pre Op and PACU
• Department: H3320:
  Perioperative Services
• Work Location:
  
  Lexington, KY
• Grade Level: 11
• Salary Range: $/hour
• Type of Position:
  Staff Position
• Time Status:
  Full-Time
• Required
  
  Education:
  
  BSN
• Required Related
  
  Experience:
  
  3 years
• License/Registration/Certification:
  Registered Nurse (RN), American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Physical Requirements:
  
  The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis and 25-50 pounds frequently; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.
• Shift: Hours are mostly days but may require occasional evening, nights and weekends to meet the educational needs of the department.
• Final date to receive applications: 01/13/2026

The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and 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 (Nursing Assistant); and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations.

Furthermore, this environment supports collaborative efforts among the nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes. This includes utilization of the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care, ensuring patient satisfaction. The University of Kentucky recognizes the sanctity of the relationship between the health care professional and the patient.

Therefore, all UK Health Care employees commit to providing excellent service and promoting a positive image while adhering to the following UK Health Care Behavioral Expectations and Standards:
Customer Centered – A customer is every person we come into contact with during our workday.
Service Focused – Being flexible, courteous and respectful while anticipating and fulfilling the needs of our customers.
Quality Driven – Quality is the foundation of everything we do. It is our desire to provide exceptional service to every patient and customer we serve.
Resource Wise – Careful, efficient and responsible management of our resources is vital to our success.
Growth Oriented – Attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent co-workers, which will in turn achieve customer loyalty and promote the growth of UK Health Care.

None

Prefer experience in staff development and adult learning in a healthcare setting.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

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