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University of Kentucky

Nurse Clinical / UKHC

University of Kentucky, Lexington, Kentucky, us, 40598

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Required License/Registration/Certification Active KY or compact state RN license in good standing plus American Heart Association BLS for the Healthcare Provider valid for at least 6 months from hire date.

Physical Requirements Standing and lifting.

Shift Shifts start times 7a, 11a, 3p or 7p. Shift time availability/preference will be discussed during interview. Must be able to work three 12‑hour shifts per week including weekends and holidays. No swing shifts or set schedules.

Job Summary The Chandler Emergency Department consists of 5 areas where care is provided:

triage

to determine priority;

chair‑centric and express care

for low‑acuity patients discharged within 60 minutes; the

acute care area

is a 16‑bed area for common complaints like abdominal pain, stable chest pain, and mild to moderate shortness of air; the

critical care area

has 8 beds for patients ranging from resuscitated trauma to ICU treatment such as septic patients or those receiving vasoactive infusions. The UK Level I Trauma Center has 8 beds capable of caring for the most complex injured patients.

Primary responsibilities include providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient‑centered care consisting of 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 Assistants); and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. The environment supports collaborative effort among nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities No supervisory responsibilities.

Preferred Education/Experience ED experience with ACLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPC preferred.

Deadline to Apply 01/18/2026

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.

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Curriculum Vita

Cover Letter

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