Nurse Clinical​/UKHC​/GS MAIN

Overview

• Job Title Nurse Clinical/UKHC / GS 5 MAIN /7P
• Requisition Number NR14259
• Working Title RN/ 7P / 5 Main Medical Surgical Unit / UK Good Samaritan Hospital
• Department Name H6110:
  
  Acute Care
• Work Location Lexington, Ky
• Grade Level 10
• Salary Range $/hour
• Type of Position Staff
• Position Time Status Full-Time
• Final date to receive applications 01/27/2026

• Registered Nurses in the Medical Surgical unit on 5 Main at UK Good Samaritan Hospital provide care to adults with a variety of medical surgical needs. Patient conditions include diabetes, endocrine disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, wound care, and surgical cases (both pre and post operation).
• 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.

• 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 that is in good standing and American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider valid for at least 6 months after employment date.
• 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.
• Preferred Education/Experience BSN + AT LEAST 1 YEAR OF RN EXPERIENCE PREFERRED

• Must be able to work three, 12-hour NIGHT shifts per week from 7PM until 7:30AM ; will also be required to work some weekend and holidays.

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