Nurse Clinical/UKHC/6 Main/7A

Job Title Nurse Clinical/UKHC/6 Main/7A (Nurse Clinical/UKHC) Location Lexington, KY Employment Status Full‑Time Staff, Grade 10 Salary $28.00–39.10 per hour Job Summary The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous, and patient‑centered care including assessment, documentation, planning, implementation, 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; and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state, and local regulations. The environment supports collaborative efforts among nursing staff and the physician team to enhance patient outcomes. Responsibilities Assess, document, plan, implement, teach, develop, evaluate nursing care plans. Deliver direct patient care and maintain patient satisfaction. Train and delegate duties to Nursing Care Technicians. Adhere to university, federal, state, and local regulations and policies. Collaborate with physicians and nursing staff to improve communication and patient outcomes. Qualifications Active Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license or equivalent (compact state RN or provisional) in good standing. American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification valid for at least 6 months after employment date. Proficiency with computers and internet navigation. Excellent communication, organizational, prioritization, and delegation skills. Strong critical thinking and direct patient care skills. Motivated, proactive, confident advocate for patients and families. High technical competence and ability to work independently and in a team. Required Education Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or higher. Preferred Education/Experience BSN plus at least 1 year RN experience preferred. Required License/Registration/Certification Active Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license, Temporary Work Permit (TWP), Provisional License, or active compact state Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing; along with an American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification valid for at least 6 months after employment date. Physical Requirements Must be able to lift, carry, push, and pull 50–100 pounds daily, 25–50 pounds frequently; stand, walk, and sit for long periods; exposure to communicable diseases, radiation hazards, and injury from patients or sharp instruments. Shift Three 12‑hour shifts per week; occasional weekend and holiday work required. Other Requirements Staff position with no supervisory responsibilities. Applicants must indicate nursing educational level, current licensure status, and source of job advertisement. Equal Employment Opportunity University of Kentucky is an equal opportunity employer. We provide equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and do 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. Application Deadline 06/11/2026 #J-18808-Ljbffr