Nurse Clinical​/UKHC​/TRAUMA UB

Overview

University of Kentucky – Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

• Job Title: Nurse Clinical/UKHC / TRAUMA 6200 UB / 7P
• Requisition Number: NR14807
• Working Title: Nurse Clinical/UKHC / T 6200 UB / 7P
• Department Name: H7000:
  Trauma and Acute Care Surgery Services
• Work Location: Lexington, KY
• Grade Level: 10
• Salary Range: $/hour
• Type of Position: Staff
• Position 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 Basic Life Support for the 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; ability to stand, walk and sit for long periods; potential exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.
• Shift: Must be able to work three 12-hour NIGHT shifts, 7PM-7:30AM, 36 hours per week; weekend and holiday work may be required.

The 6.200 Acute / Progressive unit (universal beds) on the 6th floor, Tower 220, is part of the Trauma Service Line. RNs on 6.200 UB care for acute to progressive Trauma patients. Primary responsibilities include 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; and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. The environment supports collaborative efforts among nursing staff and physicians to increase communication and improve patient outcomes, using the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care.

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 and internet literacy; professional and respectful communication with patients, families, coworkers, and physicians; strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skills;

the ability to advocate for patients and families; enjoy working in a team environment with open, honest communication; and the ability to work both independently and in a team with exceptional technical skills.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

BSN + at least 1 year of RN experience (preferred).

03/18/2026

We value the well-being of each employee and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn, and live. The University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows applicable federal and state nondiscrimination laws and provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, or socioeconomic status.

Candidates offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings including a national background check and/or drug screen.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• None
• Current KY RN license
• Current non-compact state RN license
• Current compact state RN license
• New graduate within 6 months or provisional license
• Valid KY temporary work permit

• Yes
• No

• None
• More than 0, up through 1 year
• More than 1 year, up through 2 years
• More than 2 years, up through 3 years
• More than 3 years

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