UK HealthCare
Job Title: Nurse Clinical/UKHC
Location: Lexington, KY
Grade: 10 | Salary: $28.00-39.10 per hour
Job Summary Registered Nurses in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at Kentucky Children’s Hospital provide care for critically ill children ranging from newborn to 18 years of age. Patient conditions include recovery from major surgical procedures and life‑threatening medical conditions as well as traumatic injuries. The PICU is a 12‑bed unit that provides family centered care and open visitation for patients’ immediate family members. As part of this unit, the RN serves as an important component of the critical care team. This team is responsible for the stabilization and ongoing care of critically ill children who require constant observation, timely interventions, and/or invasive specialized monitoring.
Responsibilities
Assess, document, plan, implement, teach, develop, and evaluate a comprehensive nursing plan of care.
Deliver direct patient care and ensure patient satisfaction.
Train and delegate duties for Nursing Care Technicians (Nursing Assistant).
Adhere to University policies, procedures, and federal, state, and local regulations.
Collaborate with physicians and nursing staff to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes.
Qualifications — Required
ADN and active Kentucky registered nurse (RN) license, temporary work permit (TWP), provisional license, or active compact state RN license in good standing.
AHA Basic Life Support certification valid for at least 6 months after employment.
Physical ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50‑100 pounds on a daily basis and stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time.
Qualifications — Preferred
BSN with at least 1 year of RN experience.
Shift Must be able to work three, 12‑hour shifts per week from 7:00 pm until 7:30 am; will also be required to work some weekend and holidays.
Physical Requirements The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50‑100 pounds on a daily basis and 25‑50 pounds frequently; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.
Location Lexington, KY
Salary Hourly $28.00‑39.10 per hour
Deadline to Apply 01/16/2026
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.
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Location: Lexington, KY
Grade: 10 | Salary: $28.00-39.10 per hour
Job Summary Registered Nurses in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at Kentucky Children’s Hospital provide care for critically ill children ranging from newborn to 18 years of age. Patient conditions include recovery from major surgical procedures and life‑threatening medical conditions as well as traumatic injuries. The PICU is a 12‑bed unit that provides family centered care and open visitation for patients’ immediate family members. As part of this unit, the RN serves as an important component of the critical care team. This team is responsible for the stabilization and ongoing care of critically ill children who require constant observation, timely interventions, and/or invasive specialized monitoring.
Responsibilities
Assess, document, plan, implement, teach, develop, and evaluate a comprehensive nursing plan of care.
Deliver direct patient care and ensure patient satisfaction.
Train and delegate duties for Nursing Care Technicians (Nursing Assistant).
Adhere to University policies, procedures, and federal, state, and local regulations.
Collaborate with physicians and nursing staff to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes.
Qualifications — Required
ADN and active Kentucky registered nurse (RN) license, temporary work permit (TWP), provisional license, or active compact state RN license in good standing.
AHA Basic Life Support certification valid for at least 6 months after employment.
Physical ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50‑100 pounds on a daily basis and stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time.
Qualifications — Preferred
BSN with at least 1 year of RN experience.
Shift Must be able to work three, 12‑hour shifts per week from 7:00 pm until 7:30 am; will also be required to work some weekend and holidays.
Physical Requirements The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50‑100 pounds on a daily basis and 25‑50 pounds frequently; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.
Location Lexington, KY
Salary Hourly $28.00‑39.10 per hour
Deadline to Apply 01/16/2026
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.
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