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Job Title : Nurse Clinical/UKHC
Requisition Number : NR14105
Working Title : RN / 7A / Adult Behavioral Health/UK Good Samaritan Hospital
Department Name : H6140:Psychiatric Services
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 in good standing and American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification valid for at least 6 months after employment date.
Physical Requirements : Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds daily; stand, walk, sit long periods; potential exposure to communicable diseases, radiation, and injury from patients or sharp instruments.
Shift : Three 12-hour DAY shifts per week 7AM-7:30PM; also some weekend and holidays.
Job Summary RNs in the Behavioral Health unit provide care to psychiatric patients of all ages. Patient conditions include a wide range of acute psychiatric illnesses, including bipolar disorder, substance abuse, ADHD, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, PTSD, and depressive disorders. RNs provide coverage for Psychiatric Intake through the Emergency Department. The unit offers therapeutic care in a safe, non‑threatening environment with high expectations of customer satisfaction. As part of this unit, the RN serves as an important component of the behavioral health team, responsible for independently delivering comprehensive client care, developing and implementing plans of care, facilitating therapeutic groups, and demonstrating effective therapeutic techniques.
Primary Responsibilities The primary responsibilities include providing total, comprehensive, continuous, patient‑centered care comprising assessment, documentation, planning, implementation, teaching, development, and evaluation of a comprehensive nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties for Nursing Care Technicians (Nursing Assistants); and adhering to university policies, procedures, and federal, state, and local regulations. Collaboration with nursing staff and physicians enhances communication and expected patient outcomes.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs, Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns Framework, and Swanson’s Caring model.
Superb direct patient care and critical thinking skills.
Basic computer navigation skills and working knowledge of the internet.
Professional and respectful communication with patients, families, co‑workers, and physicians.
Strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skills.
Highly motivated, proactive, confident in patient advocacy.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education / Experience BSN + at least 1 year of RN experience preferred.
Deadline to Apply 12/29/2025
Our University Community 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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Nurse Clinical/UKHC
role at
UK HealthCare .
Posting Details
Job Title : Nurse Clinical/UKHC
Requisition Number : NR14105
Working Title : RN / 7A / Adult Behavioral Health/UK Good Samaritan Hospital
Department Name : H6140:Psychiatric Services
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 in good standing and American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification valid for at least 6 months after employment date.
Physical Requirements : Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds daily; stand, walk, sit long periods; potential exposure to communicable diseases, radiation, and injury from patients or sharp instruments.
Shift : Three 12-hour DAY shifts per week 7AM-7:30PM; also some weekend and holidays.
Job Summary RNs in the Behavioral Health unit provide care to psychiatric patients of all ages. Patient conditions include a wide range of acute psychiatric illnesses, including bipolar disorder, substance abuse, ADHD, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, PTSD, and depressive disorders. RNs provide coverage for Psychiatric Intake through the Emergency Department. The unit offers therapeutic care in a safe, non‑threatening environment with high expectations of customer satisfaction. As part of this unit, the RN serves as an important component of the behavioral health team, responsible for independently delivering comprehensive client care, developing and implementing plans of care, facilitating therapeutic groups, and demonstrating effective therapeutic techniques.
Primary Responsibilities The primary responsibilities include providing total, comprehensive, continuous, patient‑centered care comprising assessment, documentation, planning, implementation, teaching, development, and evaluation of a comprehensive nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties for Nursing Care Technicians (Nursing Assistants); and adhering to university policies, procedures, and federal, state, and local regulations. Collaboration with nursing staff and physicians enhances communication and expected patient outcomes.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs, Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns Framework, and Swanson’s Caring model.
Superb direct patient care and critical thinking skills.
Basic computer navigation skills and working knowledge of the internet.
Professional and respectful communication with patients, families, co‑workers, and physicians.
Strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skills.
Highly motivated, proactive, confident in patient advocacy.
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education / Experience BSN + at least 1 year of RN experience preferred.
Deadline to Apply 12/29/2025
Our University Community 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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