Clinical Nurse Specialist​/UKHC

Clinical Nurse Specialist/UKHC

Working Title: Perioperative Services Clinical Nurse Specialist

Requisition Number: NR14469

Department: H3270:
Nursing Practice and Support Services

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Grade Level: 13

Salary Range: $84,853 - $131,685/year

Position Type: Staff, Full‑Time

Shift: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday–Friday

This position will provide the necessary skills, guidance and education to patients/families and staff to ensure that the care provided is efficient, cost‑effective, safe and of the highest quality for patients in perioperative services.

• Required
  
  Education:
  
  MSN
• Required Related
  
  Experience:
  
  5 years
• Required License/Registration/Certification: Registered Nurse (RN) with an active KY or compact state license in good standing;
  American Heart Association BLS valid for at least 6 months from start date.
• Physical Requirements: typing, sitting for extended periods, walking, assistance with patient maneuvering/positioning
• Preferred Education/
  
  Experience:
  
  Master’s Degree in Nursing PLUS a minimum of 5 years experience as a nurse; perioperative nursing experience preferred.

Supervisory Responsibilities: No

Final date to receive applications: 01/11/2026

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