UK HealthCare
Job Title
Pediatric Transport Nurse / UKHC
Requisition Number NR14530
Working Title Pediatric Transport Nurse / UKHC
Department H3060: Children's/Maternal/Psychiatric Services
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 11
Salary Range $29.12–45.70/hour
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education ADN
Required Related Experience 4 years
Required License / Registration / Certification Registered Nurse (RN)
Physical Requirements Maintain a body weight less than 215 lbs. Ability to lift, stand and ride in ambulances and helicopters.
Shift 6 pm – 6:30 am, including some weekends and holidays.
Job Summary Neonatal/pediatric transport is a complex, highly organized, dynamic process that requires highly skilled personnel with the ability to act independently away from the protected environment of KCH. Patient outcomes are optimized by stabilization and expedient disposition of patients to definitive care. This position also provides guidance, education and expertise to nursing staff in any pediatric area so better recognition and response to patient care issues, improved quality of care, and opportunity for development of critical thinking skills can be achieved. The outreach education provided by this position to referral facilities ensures a collegial relationship and enhances outcomes.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Assessment
Communication
Organization
Supervisory Responsibilities No
Preferred Education / Experience
Graduate of an accredited nursing school – BSN preferred.
Minimum three years of experience as a registered nurse in a neonatal and/or pediatric critical care setting.
Previous transport experience preferred but not required.
Application Deadline 01/16/2026
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement 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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Requisition Number NR14530
Working Title Pediatric Transport Nurse / UKHC
Department H3060: Children's/Maternal/Psychiatric Services
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 11
Salary Range $29.12–45.70/hour
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education ADN
Required Related Experience 4 years
Required License / Registration / Certification Registered Nurse (RN)
Physical Requirements Maintain a body weight less than 215 lbs. Ability to lift, stand and ride in ambulances and helicopters.
Shift 6 pm – 6:30 am, including some weekends and holidays.
Job Summary Neonatal/pediatric transport is a complex, highly organized, dynamic process that requires highly skilled personnel with the ability to act independently away from the protected environment of KCH. Patient outcomes are optimized by stabilization and expedient disposition of patients to definitive care. This position also provides guidance, education and expertise to nursing staff in any pediatric area so better recognition and response to patient care issues, improved quality of care, and opportunity for development of critical thinking skills can be achieved. The outreach education provided by this position to referral facilities ensures a collegial relationship and enhances outcomes.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Assessment
Communication
Organization
Supervisory Responsibilities No
Preferred Education / Experience
Graduate of an accredited nursing school – BSN preferred.
Minimum three years of experience as a registered nurse in a neonatal and/or pediatric critical care setting.
Previous transport experience preferred but not required.
Application Deadline 01/16/2026
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement 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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