Nurse Clinical/UKHC/ Dialysis

Compensation

$

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Job Description

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job TitleNurse Clinical/UKHC/ DialysisRequisition NumberNR15185Working TitleNurse Clinical/UKHCDepartment NameH3005: ACUTE DIALYSISWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level10Salary Range$28.00-39.10/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationADN

Required Related ExperienceNo experience required.

Required License/Registration/CertificationActive Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license, Temporary Work Permit (TWP), Provisional License or active compact state Registered Nurse (RN) license that is in good standing and American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider valid for at least 6 months after employment date

Physical RequirementsThe 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.

ShiftMust be able to work three, 12-hour shifts per week; will also be required to work some weekend and holidays.

Job SummaryThe 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 – A customer is every person we come into contact with during our workday. * Service Focused – Being flexible, courteous and respectful while anticipating and fulfilling the needs of our customers. * Quality Driven – Quality is the foundation of everything we do. It is our desire to provide exceptional service to every patient and customer we serve. * Resource Wise – Careful, efficient and responsible management of our resources is vital to our success. * Growth Oriented – Attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent co-workers, which will in turn achieve customer loyalty and promote the growth of UK HealthCare.

Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesThe ideal candidate will have the following: knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs and the priority within Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns Frame Work as well as Roy’s Adaptation 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; and strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skill. The candidate will be highly motivated, pro-active and confident in advocating for patients and their family members. Will also enjoy working in a strong team environment and provides open, honest communication with fellow staff and physicians. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess exceptional technical skills and a proven ability to work in a team as well as independently.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceBSN + AT LEAST 1 YEAR OF RN EXPERIENCE PREFERRED

Deadline to Apply06/18/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

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.

Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. • Please indicate your current Nursing Educational Level. - New Graduate

• Diploma

• ADN

• BSN

• MSN

• PhD or DNP

1. • Are you currently employed as a registered nurse at UK HealthCare Chandler/UK HealthCare Samaritan Hospitals? - Yes

• No

1. • Please indicate your current licensure status. - None

• Current KY RN License

• Current compact state RN licensure

• Current non-compact state RN licensure

• New Graduate within 6 months or Provisional License

• Valid KY Temporary Work Permit

1. • Where did you first see this position advertised? - AONE (American Organization of Nurse Executives)

• UK Jobs Website

• Employee Referral

• Print Advertisement

• On-line Advertisement

• Military Connection Advertisement

• Job Fair

• "I'm Interested" page on Nurse Recruitment website

• Facebook

• HospitalCareers.com

• InsideHigherEd.com

• Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)

• HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)

• InsightIntoDiversity.com

• Latinosinhighered.com

• Indeed.com

• LinkedIn.com

• Institute for Diversity in Health Management

• None of the Above

Applicant Documents

Required DocumentsOptional Documents1. Resume

1. Cover Letter

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities

PI285226169

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

NR15185