Nurse Clinical/UKHC / 7A WEPP /Trauma Progressive

Job Title: Nurse Clinical/UKHC / 7A WEPP / Trauma 7200 Progressive Requisition Number NR14799 Department: H7000: Trauma and Acute Care Surgery Services Location: Lexington, KY Grade Level: 10 Salary Range: $28.00‑39.10 per hour Position Type: Staff Position, 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 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 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 Must be able to work two 12‑hour 7 AM–7:30 PM DAY shifts, every Saturday and Sunday. This position is part of the Weekend Premium Pay (WEPP) plan. Will also be required to work some holidays. Job Summary Registered Nurses in Tower 200 Progressive Care of the Trauma Acute Care Surgical Center at UK Chandler Hospital provide care primarily for adult patients with trauma or acute care surgical conditions. 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. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate will have the following: 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 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 provide open, honest communication with fellow staff and physicians. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess exceptional technical skills and a proven ability to work both in a team as well as independently. Supervisory Responsibilities No supervisory responsibilities. Preferred Education/Experience BSN + at least 1 year of RN experience. Equal 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. 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