Nurse Clinical/UKHC/ 7A DIALSYIS

Posting Details

Posting Details


Job Title
Nurse Clinical/UKHC/ 7A DIALSYIS


Requisition Number
NR14730


Working Title
Nurse Clinical / UKHC / Dialysis


Department Name
H3005: ACUTE DIALYSIS


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
10


Salary Range
$28.00-39.10/hour


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
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 three, 12-hour, 7AM-730PM DAY shifts per week / 36 HRS PER WEEK
will also be required to work some weekends and holidays.

Job Summary


The Acute Dialysis Unit services Adult/Pediatric patients throughout the Enterprise.
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 Frame Work 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 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?
No


Preferred Education/Experience


BSN + AT LEAST 1 YEAR OF RN EXPERIENCE PREFERRED

Deadline to Apply
06/16/2026


Our University Community


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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.