Nurse Clinical​/UKHC​/Pediatric ED

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Registered Nurses in Pediatric Emergency Services at UK Chandler Hospital provide care for patients with illnesses from infant to up to 17 years of age. The Chandler Emergency Department consists of five different areas where care is provided: triage, chair centric and express care, acute care, critical care, and the UK Level I Trauma Center.

• Shift start times are 7 a, 11 a, 3 p or 7 p.
• Must be able to work three 12‑hour shifts per week including weekends and holidays.
• No swing shifts or set schedules.

• 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.
  
  This environment supports collaborative efforts among the nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes. Utilization of the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient‑centered plan of care ensures patient satisfaction.

• 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 and working knowledge of the internet.
• Ability to communicate in a professional and respectful manner with patients and their families, co‑workers and physicians.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skill.
• Highly motivated, pro‑active and confident in advocating for patients and their family members.
• Enjoy working in a strong team environment and provides open, honest communication with fellow staff and physicians.
• Exceptional technical skills and a proven ability to work in a team as well as independently.

• BSN + AT LEAST 1 YEAR OF RN EXPERIENCE

01/25/2026

• Resume
• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

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.