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Job Title: Rapid Response Nurse/UKHC
Requisition Number: NR13948
Working Title: Rapid Response Nurse/ 8P /UKHC
Department Name: H3280:Command Center
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 11
Salary Range: $29.12-45.70/hour
Type of Position: Staff
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education: ADN
Required Related Experience: 4 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification: Registered Nurse (RN); approved national nursing certification within one year of hire date; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) providers at time of hire; NIH stroke scale certification at time of hire; Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum within one year of hire; completion of Nursing Professional Advancement within one year of hire.
Physical Requirements
The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds occasionally 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 8PM-830AM, 36 HOURS / WEEK. Will work some weekends and holidays as needed to cover Enterprise.
Job Summary Rapid Response duties include standard duties of a Registered Nurse; however, advanced level of practice as a Critical Care Nurse is required. Ability to provide immediate, rapid care in emergencies including decline in patient condition is essential. Also acts as a resource to other nurses in clinical / critical decision making. Prior teaching / classroom instruction on patient decline and failure to rescue is also preferred. Assist in meeting goals of command center.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Communication skills are key in this role. Will be working with multi-disciplinary staff. Must have critical care background; acts as a liaison for staff and families.
Preferred Education / Experience
BSN Preferred
Deadline to Apply
01/04/2026
EEO Statement We 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.
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Job Title: Rapid Response Nurse/UKHC
Requisition Number: NR13948
Working Title: Rapid Response Nurse/ 8P /UKHC
Department Name: H3280:Command Center
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 11
Salary Range: $29.12-45.70/hour
Type of Position: Staff
Position Time Status: Full-Time
Required Education: ADN
Required Related Experience: 4 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification: Registered Nurse (RN); approved national nursing certification within one year of hire date; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Basic Life Support (BLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) providers at time of hire; NIH stroke scale certification at time of hire; Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum within one year of hire; completion of Nursing Professional Advancement within one year of hire.
Physical Requirements
The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds occasionally 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 8PM-830AM, 36 HOURS / WEEK. Will work some weekends and holidays as needed to cover Enterprise.
Job Summary Rapid Response duties include standard duties of a Registered Nurse; however, advanced level of practice as a Critical Care Nurse is required. Ability to provide immediate, rapid care in emergencies including decline in patient condition is essential. Also acts as a resource to other nurses in clinical / critical decision making. Prior teaching / classroom instruction on patient decline and failure to rescue is also preferred. Assist in meeting goals of command center.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Communication skills are key in this role. Will be working with multi-disciplinary staff. Must have critical care background; acts as a liaison for staff and families.
Preferred Education / Experience
BSN Preferred
Deadline to Apply
01/04/2026
EEO Statement We 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.
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