Nurse Clinical/UKHC/ESH

University of Kentucky Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status. Job Title Nurse Clinical/UKHC/ESH Awarding Institution and Unit RN/Eastern State Hospital/Wendell 2/Inpatient Psychiatry – 28‑bed co‑ed unit Location & Shift Lexington, KY. Must be able to work three 7:00 pm–7:30 am 12‑hour shifts per week; also required to work some weekends and holidays. Salary $28.00–$39.10per hour Job Summary This position is Wendell 2, a 28‑bed co‑ed unit. The primary responsibilities include providing total, comprehensive, continuous, and patient‑centered care: 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. The environment supports collaborative efforts among the nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes. Requirements Education: Accepted Nursing Diploma (ADN) Experience: No experience required (qualifying RN license required) License/Registration/Certification: Active Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license; Temporary Work Permit (TWP) OR provisional license OR active compact state RN license in good standing; American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification valid for at least six months after employment date. Physical Requirements: Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50‑100 lb on a daily basis and 25‑50 lb frequently; ability to stand, walk, and sit for long periods; exposure may involve communicable diseases, radiation hazards, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments. Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Knowledge of Maslow's eight Basic Human Needs and 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. Strong communication skills with patients, families, co‑workers, and physicians; professionalism and respect. Strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skills. Motivation, pro‑activity, confidence in advocating for patients and families. Team orientation with open, honest communication, and independent work ability. Supervisor Responsibilities No supervisory responsibilities. Preferred Education / Experience BSN + at least one year of RN experience preferred. Application Deadline 06/07/2026 Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. #J-18808-Ljbffr