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Nurse Clinical/UKHC

UK HealthCare, Lexington, Kentucky, us, 40598

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Job Title: Nurse Clinical / UKHC

Requisition Number: NR14535

Working Title: RN/ 7P / Pediatrics West / Kentucky Children's Hospital

Department Name: H3060: Children’s/Maternal/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:

The essential functions include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds daily and 25-50 pounds frequently; stand, walk and sit for long periods. 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 three 12‑hour shifts per week from 7pm until 7:30am; will also be required to work some weekend and holidays.

Job Summary:

Registered Nurses in the Pediatric Acute West Unit at Kentucky Children’s Hospital provide care for children ranging from infant to 18 years of age. 4 West is a 22 bed inpatient unit specializing in hematology/oncology & medical‑surgical pediatric patients. The primary responsibilities consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient‑centered care including assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties for Nursing Care Technicians (Nursing Assistant); and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:

Knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs and the priority within Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns Framework, Swanson’s Caring model; superb direct patient care and critical thinking skills; basic computer navigation skills and working knowledge of the internet; ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with patients, families, co‑workers and physicians; strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skills. Highly motivated, pro‑active, confident in advocating for patients and family members. Enjoys teamwork and open, honest communication with staff and physicians. Exceptional technical skills and proven ability to work independently and in a team.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No

Preferred Education/Experience:

BSN + at least 1 year of RN experience

Deadline to Apply:

12/28/2025

Equity and Inclusion 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.

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Health Care Provider

Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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