Nurse Clinical​/UKHC​/Transitional Unit

Overview

Job Title Nurse Clinical/UKHC/Transitional Unit/7a

Requisition Number NR15096

Working Title Nurse Clinical/UKHC

Department Name H3455:

CDU/Transitional Units

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 10

Salary Range $/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 that is in good standing and American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider 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 on a daily basis and 25-50 pounds frequently; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.

Shift Must be able to work three DAY, 12-hour shifts per week; will also be required to work some weekend and holidays.

• The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient centered care which includes: 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 Assistant).
• Adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations.
• Collaborative work with the nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes; utilization of the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care.

• Knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs and Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns Frame Work, and Swanson’s Caring model.
• Superb direct patient care and critical thinking skills.
• Basic computer navigation skills and working knowledge of the internet.
• Ability to communicate professionally and respectfully with patients, families, co-workers and physicians.
• Strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skills.
• Motivated, proactive and confident in advocating for patients and their families; enjoys working in a team environment with open, honest communication with staff and physicians.
• Ability to work both collaboratively and independently.

Supervisory Responsibilities No

Preferred Education/Experience
BSN + AT LEAST 1 YEAR OF RN EXPERIENCE PREFERRED

Final date to receive applications 06/09/2026

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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.