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Posting Details
Job Title:
Nursing Care Technician/UKHC
Requisition Number:
RE51645
Working Title:
NCT / CNA - 9.200 Universal
Department Name:
H7000: Trauma and Acute Care Surgery Services
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level:
06
Salary Range:
$18.20 – $24.82 per hour
Type of Position:
Staff
Position Time Status:
Full-Time
Required Education:
HS
Required Related Experience:
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification:
One or more of the following: (1) Kentucky Registered State Registered Nurse Assistant (SRNA), for Emergency Department (ED) – KY Registered State Registered Nurse Assistant (SRNA) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT); (2) Registered Nurse (RN) nursing student who has completed first fundamental course and a clinical; (3) Military Medic; (4) current/active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license; (5) Acquired Nursing Care Technician (NCT) competencies through continuous employment at the University of Kentucky; (6) Successful completion of the Earn While You Learn NCT Training Program within 8 weeks of hire, plus American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider valid at time of hire, or completion of certification during Earn While You Learn NCT Training Program.
Physical Requirements:
Regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods, lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50 pounds, standing or walking with objects up to 10 pounds, occasionally standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds, working in confined spaces, exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; exposure to loud noises, temperature extremes, hazardous chemicals and fumes, radiation, burns, cuts/punctures, blood-borne or airborne pathogens, and/or combative/violent people.
Shift:
Must be able to work three 12.5‑hour shifts per week (7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.). Will also be required to work some weekends and holidays.
Job Summary:
Works one‑on‑one with a Registered Nurse (RN) to complete delegated tasks and provide direct patient care such as: obtain vital signs, phlebotomy, documentation, assist with ADL’s, order and stock supplies, respond to patient call lights, unit orientation, and patient admission, transfer, and discharge. May also involve moving patients from bed to wheelchair or stretcher, or stretcher to treatment/surgical tables; handling specimens and delivery to labs; preparation of patients for surgical procedures. Provides prompt, compassionate, patient‑centered care in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment; utilizes nursing process and comprehensive patient‑centered plan of care; adheres to University policies, federal, state, and local regulations.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:
Compassionate, honest, trustworthy, strong work ethic; enjoys working in a team, takes direction, communicates effectively with staff, patients, and families; confident in fast‑paced environment; knowledge of CPR and basic abnormal vital sign parameters; strong organizational and prioritization skills; basic computer navigation and working knowledge of the Internet. Valid AHA Basic Life Support certification required at time of hire.
Preferred Education/Experience:
Previous hospital experience is preferred.
Deadline to Apply:
01/11/2026
Our University Community:
We value the well‑being of each employee and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn, and live. The University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination and provides equal opportunities for qualified persons. Candidates may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings, including 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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Nursing Care Technician/UKHC
role at
UK HealthCare .
Posting Details
Job Title:
Nursing Care Technician/UKHC
Requisition Number:
RE51645
Working Title:
NCT / CNA - 9.200 Universal
Department Name:
H7000: Trauma and Acute Care Surgery Services
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level:
06
Salary Range:
$18.20 – $24.82 per hour
Type of Position:
Staff
Position Time Status:
Full-Time
Required Education:
HS
Required Related Experience:
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification:
One or more of the following: (1) Kentucky Registered State Registered Nurse Assistant (SRNA), for Emergency Department (ED) – KY Registered State Registered Nurse Assistant (SRNA) or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT); (2) Registered Nurse (RN) nursing student who has completed first fundamental course and a clinical; (3) Military Medic; (4) current/active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license; (5) Acquired Nursing Care Technician (NCT) competencies through continuous employment at the University of Kentucky; (6) Successful completion of the Earn While You Learn NCT Training Program within 8 weeks of hire, plus American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider valid at time of hire, or completion of certification during Earn While You Learn NCT Training Program.
Physical Requirements:
Regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods, lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50 pounds, standing or walking with objects up to 10 pounds, occasionally standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds, working in confined spaces, exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; exposure to loud noises, temperature extremes, hazardous chemicals and fumes, radiation, burns, cuts/punctures, blood-borne or airborne pathogens, and/or combative/violent people.
Shift:
Must be able to work three 12.5‑hour shifts per week (7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.). Will also be required to work some weekends and holidays.
Job Summary:
Works one‑on‑one with a Registered Nurse (RN) to complete delegated tasks and provide direct patient care such as: obtain vital signs, phlebotomy, documentation, assist with ADL’s, order and stock supplies, respond to patient call lights, unit orientation, and patient admission, transfer, and discharge. May also involve moving patients from bed to wheelchair or stretcher, or stretcher to treatment/surgical tables; handling specimens and delivery to labs; preparation of patients for surgical procedures. Provides prompt, compassionate, patient‑centered care in a collaborative, team‑oriented environment; utilizes nursing process and comprehensive patient‑centered plan of care; adheres to University policies, federal, state, and local regulations.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities:
Compassionate, honest, trustworthy, strong work ethic; enjoys working in a team, takes direction, communicates effectively with staff, patients, and families; confident in fast‑paced environment; knowledge of CPR and basic abnormal vital sign parameters; strong organizational and prioritization skills; basic computer navigation and working knowledge of the Internet. Valid AHA Basic Life Support certification required at time of hire.
Preferred Education/Experience:
Previous hospital experience is preferred.
Deadline to Apply:
01/11/2026
Our University Community:
We value the well‑being of each employee and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn, and live. The University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination and provides equal opportunities for qualified persons. Candidates may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings, including 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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