UK HealthCare
Nurse Clinical Senior/Critical Core/UKHC
Job Title: Nurse Clinical Senior / ICU 7A Critical Core / UKHC
Requisition Number: NR14539
Working Title: Nurse Clinical Senior / ICU 7A Critical Core / UKHC
Department Name: H3270:Nursing Practice and Support Services
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: BSN
Required Related Experience: 2 years
Required License/Registration/Certification: Active Kentucky nursing license or active compact state nursing license in good standing; American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification valid for at least 6 months after employment date; Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (ACLS); National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS); Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) certification; plus approved advanced national nursing certification required within 18 months of hire date
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds daily and 25-50 pounds frequently; stand, walk, and sit for long periods; exposure to communicable diseases, radiation hazards, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments
Shift:
Must work three 12-hour shifts per week from 7:00 am until 7:30 pm; required to work some weekend and holiday work
Job Summary:
In the critical core program, nurses apply the nursing process in caring for and counseling individuals, promoting health, preventing illness and injury, and supporting transitions of care. Nurses care for patients within the UK HealthCare Enterprise at Good Samaritan and Chandler Hospitals, handling surgical complications, acute medical conditions, chronic illnesses, trauma, behavioral health, pain management, and end‑of‑life care. The role coordinates and manages all aspects of nursing care in a timely, cost‑effective manner, collaborating with patients, families, and the healthcare team to enhance patient outcomes.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:
Knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs and Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns Framework; proficiency in direct patient care and critical thinking; basic computer navigation skills; professional and respectful communication with patients, families, co‑workers, and physicians; strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skills; highly motivated, proactive, and confident in advocating for patients and families; enjoys working in a strong team environment with open, honest communication
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education / Experience:
Not specified
Legal Requirement / EEO Statement:
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, including a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds daily and 25-50 pounds frequently; stand, walk, and sit for long periods; exposure to communicable diseases, radiation hazards, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments
Shift:
Must work three 12-hour shifts per week from 7:00 am until 7:30 pm; required to work some weekend and holiday work
Job Summary:
In the critical core program, nurses apply the nursing process in caring for and counseling individuals, promoting health, preventing illness and injury, and supporting transitions of care. Nurses care for patients within the UK HealthCare Enterprise at Good Samaritan and Chandler Hospitals, handling surgical complications, acute medical conditions, chronic illnesses, trauma, behavioral health, pain management, and end‑of‑life care. The role coordinates and manages all aspects of nursing care in a timely, cost‑effective manner, collaborating with patients, families, and the healthcare team to enhance patient outcomes.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:
Knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs and Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns Framework; proficiency in direct patient care and critical thinking; basic computer navigation skills; professional and respectful communication with patients, families, co‑workers, and physicians; strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skills; highly motivated, proactive, and confident in advocating for patients and families; enjoys working in a strong team environment with open, honest communication
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education / Experience:
Not specified
Legal Requirement / EEO Statement:
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, including a national background check and/or drug screen.
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