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Pediatric Transport Nurse/UKHC

Inside Higher Ed, Lexington, Kentucky, us, 40598

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Job Title Pediatric Transport Nurse/UKHC

Department H3060: Children's/Maternal/Psychiatric Services

Location Lexington, KY

Grade 11

Salary $29.12 - $45.70 per hour

Position Type Staff – Full-Time

Shift 6:00 PM – 6:30 AM (includes some weekends and holidays)

Required Education ADN (Associate Degree in Nursing)

Required Experience 4 years as an RN in neonatal and/or pediatric critical care settings.

Required License/Registration/Certification Registered Nurse (RN)

Physical Requirements Body weight

Job Summary Neonatal/pediatric transport is a complex, highly organized, dynamic process that requires highly skilled personnel with the ability to act independently away from the protected environment of KCH. Patient outcomes are optimized by stabilization and expedient disposition of patients to definitive care. This position also provides guidance, education and expertise to nursing staff in any pediatric area so better recognition and response to patient care issues, improved quality of care, and opportunity for development of critical‑thinking skills can be achieved. The outreach education provided by this position to referral facilities ensures a collegial relationship and enhances outcomes.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Assessment Communication Organization

Supervisory Responsibilities No

Preferred Education / Experience Graduate of an accredited school of nursing – BSN preferred. Minimum three years experience as an RN in neonatal and/or pediatric critical‑care settings. Previous transport experience is preferred but not required.

Application Deadline 12/25/2025

Equal Employment Opportunity 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.

Pre‑Employment Screening 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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