UK HealthCare
Job Title
Nurse Clinical/UKHC
Requisition Number
NR14542
Working Title
RN/6200ICU/7p
Department Name
H7000: Trauma and Acute Care Surgery Services
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
10
Salary Range
$28.00-39.10/hour
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
ADN
Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
Active Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license, Temporary Work Permit (TWP), Provisional License or active compact state RN license in good standing, American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification valid for at least 6 months after employment date.
Physical Requirements
The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50‑100 pounds daily and 25‑50 pounds frequently; stand, walk, and sit for long periods. Work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, radiation hazards, and injury from patients or sharp instruments.
Shift
7P. Must work three 12‑hour shifts per week and may be required to work some weekends and holidays.
Job Summary The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient‑centered care, including: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing care plan; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties for Nursing Care Technicians; and adhering to university policies, procedures, and federal, state and local regulations. This environment supports collaborative efforts among nursing staff and the physician team to enhance communication and patient outcomes.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate will have knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs, Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns framework, and Swanson’s Caring model. They should possess superb direct patient care and critical thinking skills, basic computer navigation skills, and the ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with patients, families, co‑workers, and physicians. Strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skills, self‑motivation, pro‑activity, confidence in patient advocacy, teamwork, and independent problem‑solving are essential.
Preferred Education / Experience BSN + at least one year of RN experience.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
Deadline to Apply 01/12/2026
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 students, employees, patients, and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows federal and state constitutions and all applicable laws on nondiscrimination. We provide equal opportunities for qualified persons and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, creed, age, disability, veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, or economic status. Candidates may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings, including a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Nurse Clinical/UKHC
Requisition Number
NR14542
Working Title
RN/6200ICU/7p
Department Name
H7000: Trauma and Acute Care Surgery Services
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
10
Salary Range
$28.00-39.10/hour
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
ADN
Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
Active Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license, Temporary Work Permit (TWP), Provisional License or active compact state RN license in good standing, American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification valid for at least 6 months after employment date.
Physical Requirements
The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50‑100 pounds daily and 25‑50 pounds frequently; stand, walk, and sit for long periods. Work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, radiation hazards, and injury from patients or sharp instruments.
Shift
7P. Must work three 12‑hour shifts per week and may be required to work some weekends and holidays.
Job Summary The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient‑centered care, including: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing care plan; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties for Nursing Care Technicians; and adhering to university policies, procedures, and federal, state and local regulations. This environment supports collaborative efforts among nursing staff and the physician team to enhance communication and patient outcomes.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate will have knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs, Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns framework, and Swanson’s Caring model. They should possess superb direct patient care and critical thinking skills, basic computer navigation skills, and the ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with patients, families, co‑workers, and physicians. Strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skills, self‑motivation, pro‑activity, confidence in patient advocacy, teamwork, and independent problem‑solving are essential.
Preferred Education / Experience BSN + at least one year of RN experience.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
Deadline to Apply 01/12/2026
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 students, employees, patients, and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows federal and state constitutions and all applicable laws on nondiscrimination. We provide equal opportunities for qualified persons and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, creed, age, disability, veteran status, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information, or economic status. Candidates may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings, including a national background check and/or drug screen.
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