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UK HealthCare

Nurse Clinical/UKHC

UK HealthCare, Frankfort, Kentucky, United States

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Job Title

Nurse Clinical/UKHC

Posting Details

Requisition Number : NR14560

Working Title : RN/Medicine ICU/7p

Department Name : H7600: PAV A Medicine/Pulmonary

Work Location : Lexington, KY

Grade Level : 10

Salary Range : $28.00-39.10/hour

Type of Position : Staff

Position Time Status : Full-Time

Education & Experience

Required Education : ADN

Preferred Education/Experience : BSN + AT LEAST 1 YEAR OF RN EXPERIENCE PREFERRED

No experience required.

Licensing & Certification

Active Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license, Temporary Work Permit (TWP), Provisional License or active compact state Registered Nurse (RN) license that is in good standing

American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification valid for at least 6 months after employment date

Physical & Shift Requirements

Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds daily and 25-50 pounds frequently; stand, walk and sit for long periods

Must work three 12‑hour shifts per week 7p-7:30a; some weekend and holiday work required

Job Summary The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient‑centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive 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.

Key Skills & Knowledge

Knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs and the priority within Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns Framework and 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 in a professional and respectful manner with patients, families, co‑workers and physicians

Strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skill

Highly motivated, pro‑active and confident in advocating for patients and their family members

Excellent technical skills and proven ability to work in a team as well as independently

Additional Information

Does not have supervisory responsibilities

Deadline to Apply: 01/12/2026

University of Kentucky nondiscrimination statement and required pre‑employment screenings remain applicable

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