Nurse Clinical/UKHC/6 Main 7A

Job Title Nurse Clinical/UKHC/6 Main 7A Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 10 Salary Range $28.00-39.10/hour Position Type Staff, Full‑Time, 12‑hour shifts per week, three days per week (some weekend and holidays). Required Education ADN Required Experience No experience required Required Licenses & Certifications Active Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license, Temporary Work Permit (TWP), Provisional License or active compact state RN license in good standing American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification valid for at least 6 months after employment date Physical Requirements Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50–100 pounds daily; 25–50 pounds frequently Ability to stand, walk, and sit for long periods Exposure to communicable diseases, radiation hazards, and potential injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments Shift Three 12‑hour shifts per week, with some weekend and holiday work required. 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 Assistants); 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. This includes utilization of the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient‑centered plan of care, ensuring patient satisfaction. Skills, Knowledge & 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 Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with patients, families, co‑workers, and physicians Strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skills Highly motivated, proactive, and confident in advocating for patients and families Ability to work in a strong team environment with open, honest communication with staff and physicians Exceptional technical skills and proven ability to work independently Supervisory Responsibilities No Preferred Education & Experience BSN + at least 1 year of RN experience Equal Opportunity Employer 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. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr