APP Neurology Inpatient/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); In loco; USD 100.000 - 150.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

The University of Kentucky in Lexington is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (APN/PA) to join the neurology inpatient team, supporting care for patients with neurological conditions in an acute/critical care hospital setting.

The APP collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to deliver evidence-based care, taking responsibility for clinical judgment, documentation, and ongoing professional development.

Competenze

• APRN or PA licensure in Kentucky with active certification or eligibility.
• Inpatient neurology experience or capacity to work in acute/critical care.

Mansioni

• Manage day-to-day patient care from step down to discharge.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary health care team and ensure timely documentation.

Conoscenze

APRN credentialing

ACNP certification

PA-C certification

Inpatient care

Formazione

MSN

BSN

Descrizione del lavoro

MSN for Nurse Practitioners or BS for Physician Assistants

Required License/Registration/Certification

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse ( APRN ) with Acute Care Nurse Practitioner ( ACNP ) certification within one year of hire or Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C)

Physical Requirements

Sitting, standing, some lifting

Shift

Monday through Sunday on a rotating basis

Job Summary

The neurology inpatient Advanced Practice Provider functions within the acute and critical care hospital setting and works in collaboration with, and is an integral member of, a multidisciplinary health care team. The APP functions in the inpatient setting managing the care of acute and chronically ill patients related to neurological diagnoses.

The APP is generally on a service aligned team and manages the day-to-day patient care from step down to discharge. The APP has a strong foundation in evidenced based practice and education and has a responsibility for ensuring an environment of safe quality care.

The APP demonstrates an advanced level of medical knowledge, clinical and technical competency, sound clinical judgment, professionalism as it relates to interpersonal and general communication skills, timely and compliant documentation, and takes responsibility for ongoing professional development and competency validation.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

N/A

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

N/A

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 11/15/2026

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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you currently licensed by the state of Kentucky as a Nurse Practitioner or eligible to obtain license within the next nine months, or are you currently certified as a Physician Assistant by the (NCCPA) National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants or eligible to obtain certification within the next nine months?(In order to be eligible, applicant must have graduated from an accredited program or be scheduled to graduate within six months of the application.)
  • Yes
  • No
• * For Nurse Practitioner applicants, do you have a current certification in Acute Care, or are eligible to obtain this by date of hire?
  • Yes
  • No
  • I am a Physician Assistant