UK HealthCare
Job Title
Pediatric Transport Nurse/UKHC
Posting Details Requisition Number NR14366
Department: H3060: Children's/Maternal/Psychiatric Services
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 11
Salary Range: $29.12–45.70 per hour
Type: Staff Position
Status: Full-Time
Required Education ADN
Required Related Experience 3 years
Required License/Registration/Certification Registered Nurse (RN)
Physical Requirements Body weight
Shift 6pm-6:30am, 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
Education / Experience Graduate of an accredited school of nursing – BSN preferred. Must have a minimum of three years experience as a registered nurse in a Neonatal and/or Pediatric Critical Care setting. Previous transport experience is preferred but not required.
Deadline to Apply 01/16/2026
Equal Opportunity 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.
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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Posting Details Requisition Number NR14366
Department: H3060: Children's/Maternal/Psychiatric Services
Work Location: Lexington, KY
Grade Level: 11
Salary Range: $29.12–45.70 per hour
Type: Staff Position
Status: Full-Time
Required Education ADN
Required Related Experience 3 years
Required License/Registration/Certification Registered Nurse (RN)
Physical Requirements Body weight
Shift 6pm-6:30am, 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
Education / Experience Graduate of an accredited school of nursing – BSN preferred. Must have a minimum of three years experience as a registered nurse in a Neonatal and/or Pediatric Critical Care setting. Previous transport experience is preferred but not required.
Deadline to Apply 01/16/2026
Equal Opportunity 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.
Seniority Level
Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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