Nurse Clinical​/Ambulatory​/UKHC

Job Title Nurse Clinical/Ambulatory/UKHC

Requisition Number NR15161

Working Title RN/Markey Cancer Center/ CAT Clinic

Department Name M3030:

Cancer Clinic Services

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 Registered Nurse (RN)

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 and sharp instruments.

Monday through Friday: 4 10 hour shifts

The Cancer Acute Treatment ( CAT ) Clinic at UK Markey Cancer Center provides same-day evaluation and treatment for oncology patients experiencing urgent, cancer-related symptoms and treatment complications. The CAT Clinic RN plays a critical role in delivering timely, high-quality, patient-centered care in a specialized outpatient setting designed to reduce unnecessary emergency department visits, improve patient outcomes, and enhance the overall cancer care experience.

Based on CAT Clinic operational procedures, the clinic is focused on rapid cancer-specific care, timely management of oncology patients, reduced hospital readmissions, lower emergency department utilization, and improved quality of life. The Markey Cancer Center Nurse Clinical Ambulatory provides disease specific patient care to a group of patients who have serious acute and/or chronic health events or who are seeking healthcare to maintain their state of wellness.

Responsibilities of the position include, but not limited to skilled assessments, care plans and care plan implementation, patient education and clinical evaluation or interventions. This position requires working with medical professionals who are working under time and efficiency constraints in a busy ambulatory care setting with a patient centered care focus on quality, safety, and service. A working knowledge of enterprise, nursing, departmental policies, protocols, and procedures is needed to be successful.

The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID
-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID
-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted.

Basic computer knowledge, MS Windows, Word, Outlook

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience ADN or BSN

Final date to receive applications 10/15/2026

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.