UK HealthCare
Nurse Clinical/UKHC / 7P WEPP/ PAV A 6-200 UB TRAUMA & ACUTE CARE SERVICES
UK HealthCare, Lexington, Kentucky, us, 40598
Nurse Clinical/UKHC / 7P WEPP/ PAV A 6-200 UB TRAUMA & ACUTE CARE SERVICES
Join UK HealthCare as a registered nurse in our Trauma & Acute Care Surgery Services. This full‑time, 10th‑grade position is located on the 6th Floor Tower 200 of UK Chandler Hospital in Lexington, KY. Salary ranges from $28.00 to $39.10 per hour. Job Title:
RN/Trauma & Acute Care Requisition Number:
NR14431 Working Title:
RN/Trauma & Acute Care Location:
Lexington, KY Grade Level:
10 Required Education:
ADN required Preferred Education:
BSN with at least 1 year RN experience preferred Experience:
No experience required Required License/Registration/Certification:
Active Kentucky RN license (or equivalent) and AHA Basic Life Support valid for at least 6 months after employment. Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50–100 pounds daily; stand, walk, and sit for long periods; exposure to communicable diseases, radiation hazards, and sharp instruments may occur. Shift:
Must work two 12‑hour night shifts per week (Friday/Saturday night or Saturday/Sunday night, 7 PM–7:30 AM). This is a weekend premium plan position. Job Summary
Registered nurses provide comprehensive, continuous, patient‑centered care to adults with trauma or acute surgical conditions, including blunt/penetrating trauma and non‑elective orthopedic surgeries. Responsibilities include assessment, documentation, planning, implementation, teaching, and evaluation of nursing plans; delivering direct care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties to nursing technicians; and adhering to University, federal, state, and local regulations. Collaboration with physicians and nursing staff enhances communication and patient outcomes. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
• Knowledge of Maslow’s Basic Human Needs, Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns, and Swanson’s Caring model • Excellent direct patient care and critical‑thinking skills • Basic computer navigation and internet usage • Professional, respectful communication with patients, families, colleagues, and physicians • Strong organization, prioritization, and delegation skills • Highly motivated, proactive, and confident advocate for patients and families • Ability to work independently and in a team environment Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No. Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Kentucky 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. All positions are open to individuals with qualifications and experience. All candidates may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings, including national background checks and/or drug screens, as mandated by University Human Resources. Deadline to Apply: 01/05/2026
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Join UK HealthCare as a registered nurse in our Trauma & Acute Care Surgery Services. This full‑time, 10th‑grade position is located on the 6th Floor Tower 200 of UK Chandler Hospital in Lexington, KY. Salary ranges from $28.00 to $39.10 per hour. Job Title:
RN/Trauma & Acute Care Requisition Number:
NR14431 Working Title:
RN/Trauma & Acute Care Location:
Lexington, KY Grade Level:
10 Required Education:
ADN required Preferred Education:
BSN with at least 1 year RN experience preferred Experience:
No experience required Required License/Registration/Certification:
Active Kentucky RN license (or equivalent) and AHA Basic Life Support valid for at least 6 months after employment. Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50–100 pounds daily; stand, walk, and sit for long periods; exposure to communicable diseases, radiation hazards, and sharp instruments may occur. Shift:
Must work two 12‑hour night shifts per week (Friday/Saturday night or Saturday/Sunday night, 7 PM–7:30 AM). This is a weekend premium plan position. Job Summary
Registered nurses provide comprehensive, continuous, patient‑centered care to adults with trauma or acute surgical conditions, including blunt/penetrating trauma and non‑elective orthopedic surgeries. Responsibilities include assessment, documentation, planning, implementation, teaching, and evaluation of nursing plans; delivering direct care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties to nursing technicians; and adhering to University, federal, state, and local regulations. Collaboration with physicians and nursing staff enhances communication and patient outcomes. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
• Knowledge of Maslow’s Basic Human Needs, Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns, and Swanson’s Caring model • Excellent direct patient care and critical‑thinking skills • Basic computer navigation and internet usage • Professional, respectful communication with patients, families, colleagues, and physicians • Strong organization, prioritization, and delegation skills • Highly motivated, proactive, and confident advocate for patients and families • Ability to work independently and in a team environment Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No. Equal Opportunity Statement
The University of Kentucky 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. All positions are open to individuals with qualifications and experience. All candidates may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings, including national background checks and/or drug screens, as mandated by University Human Resources. Deadline to Apply: 01/05/2026
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