Educator

Staff Development Instructor/UKHC

Working Title: Staff Development Instructor/PreOp and PACU

Department Name: H3320:Perioperative Services

Type of Position: Staff

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required Education: BSN

Required Related Experience: 3 yrs

Required 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.

Job Summary: 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 HealthCare employees commit to providing excellent service and promoting a positive image while adhering to the following UK HealthCare Behavioral Expectations and Standards: Customer Centered, Service Focused, Quality Driven, Resource Wise, Growth Oriented.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities: none

Preferred Education/Experience: Prefer experience in staff development and adult learning in a healthcare setting

Deadline to Apply: 06/04/2026

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