Clinical Nurse Specialist/UKHC

Working Title Perioperative Services Clinical Nurse Specialist Department Name Department Name H3270:Nursing Practice and Support Services Work Location Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 13 Salary Range Salary Range $84,853-131,685/year Type of Position Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Position Time Status Full-Time Required Education MSN Required Related Experience 5 years Required License/Registration/Certification Registered Nurse (RN) with active KY or compact state license in good standing; American Heart Association BLS valid for at least 6 months from start date. Physical Requirements typing, sitting for extended periods, walking, assistance with patient maneuvering/positioning Shift 8a-5p Monday-Friday Job Summary This position will provide the necessary skills, guidance and education to patients/families and staff to ensure that the care provided is efficient and cost effective as well as being safe and of the highest quality for patients in perioperative services. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Candidate must have at minimum Master’s Degree in Nursing PLUS minimum of 5 years experience as nurse. Perioperative nursing experience preferred. Deadline to Apply Deadline to Apply 01/11/2026 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. Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Please indicate your current Nursing Educational Level.

New Graduate Diploma ADN BSN MSN PhD or DNP

* Are you currently employed as a registered nurse at UK HealthCare Chandler/UK HealthCare Samaritan Hospitals?

Yes No

* Please indicate your current licensure status.

None Current KY RN License Current compact state RN licensure Current non-compact state RN licensure New Graduate within 6 months or Provisional License Valid KY Temporary Work Permit

* Where did you first see this position advertised?

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