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Job Title Nurse Researcher Assessor/Auditor
Requisition Number RE52685
Working Title Nurse Researcher Assessor
Department Name 7E500:CON Research
Work Location Cynthiana, KY
Grade Level 46
Salary Range $25.01-41.25 per hour
Type Of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education ADN
Equivalencies Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience 6 years
Required License / Registration / Certification Registered Nurse (RN)
Physical Requirements Extended periods of standing and/or sitting. Traveling long distances via car.
Shift Days (Typically 8:00am-5:00pm); Monday – Friday. Some evenings and weekends as required (Exempt/Hourly position; 40 hours/week).
Job Summary The College of Nursing (CON) has contracted with the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Medicaid Services (DMS) to create a team of licensed Registered Nurses that will perform assessments utilizing the Home and Community Based (HCB) waiver assessment tool for the frail and elderly population and physically disabled. This position will identify, develop and present information educating professional staff, families and individuals seeking HCB Services while also making sound independent determinations as to the level of care and services needed for this vulnerable population. The majority of in-home assessments will be based in Harrison County, but you may be asked to complete in-home assessments in surrounding counties. You will receive mileage reimbursement and will be given flexibility when scheduling in-home assessments to meet both your needs and client needs. This position requires travel within Harrison County and surrounding counties. As a perk, we can guarantee NO overtime, and you would be expected to only work 40 hours each week. We value work-life balance and want you to have the flexibility you need to do both. As a University of Kentucky employee, you will be entitled to amazing health insurance options, employee discounts, and a 200% retirement match! Starting your first day, you will annually accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation, 12 sick days, and 10 holidays.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Knowledge of physical and psychological development. Excellent analytical and decision-making skills. Ability to communicate effectively and interact with physically disabled and elderly individuals. Ability to travel throughout the state on a regular basis with the ability to travel out-of-state for overnight trips upon occasion.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education / Experience Prefer experience working with the elderly and physically disabled. Driver’s license is highly desired.
Deadline to Apply 01/06/2026
University Community / EEO 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. 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.
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Job Title Nurse Researcher Assessor/Auditor
Requisition Number RE52685
Working Title Nurse Researcher Assessor
Department Name 7E500:CON Research
Work Location Cynthiana, KY
Grade Level 46
Salary Range $25.01-41.25 per hour
Type Of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education ADN
Equivalencies Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience 6 years
Required License / Registration / Certification Registered Nurse (RN)
Physical Requirements Extended periods of standing and/or sitting. Traveling long distances via car.
Shift Days (Typically 8:00am-5:00pm); Monday – Friday. Some evenings and weekends as required (Exempt/Hourly position; 40 hours/week).
Job Summary The College of Nursing (CON) has contracted with the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Medicaid Services (DMS) to create a team of licensed Registered Nurses that will perform assessments utilizing the Home and Community Based (HCB) waiver assessment tool for the frail and elderly population and physically disabled. This position will identify, develop and present information educating professional staff, families and individuals seeking HCB Services while also making sound independent determinations as to the level of care and services needed for this vulnerable population. The majority of in-home assessments will be based in Harrison County, but you may be asked to complete in-home assessments in surrounding counties. You will receive mileage reimbursement and will be given flexibility when scheduling in-home assessments to meet both your needs and client needs. This position requires travel within Harrison County and surrounding counties. As a perk, we can guarantee NO overtime, and you would be expected to only work 40 hours each week. We value work-life balance and want you to have the flexibility you need to do both. As a University of Kentucky employee, you will be entitled to amazing health insurance options, employee discounts, and a 200% retirement match! Starting your first day, you will annually accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation, 12 sick days, and 10 holidays.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Knowledge of physical and psychological development. Excellent analytical and decision-making skills. Ability to communicate effectively and interact with physically disabled and elderly individuals. Ability to travel throughout the state on a regular basis with the ability to travel out-of-state for overnight trips upon occasion.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education / Experience Prefer experience working with the elderly and physically disabled. Driver’s license is highly desired.
Deadline to Apply 01/06/2026
University Community / EEO 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. 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.
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