Inpatient Ped Neurology Nurse Coord/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky HealthCare (UKHC) seeks an experienced Inpatient Pediatric Neurology Nurse Coordinator to support care coordination for pediatric neurology inpatients at Kentucky Children’s Hospital.

The role requires ADN and 4 years of nursing experience, licensed RN, and involves rounds, coordination between hospital units and clinics, and weekday hours. The position is full-time, based in Lexington, KY, with a focus on safe, effective patient and family communication.

Qualifications

• Understanding of pediatric epilepsy, strong communication skills and ability to build relationships within the hospital and with external agencies.

Responsibilities

• This position is responsible for supporting care coordination for inpatients admitted the pediatric neurology service at Kentucky Children’s Hospital.

Skills

Pediatric neurology knowledge

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

ADN

Job description

Inpatient Ped Neurology Nurse Coord/UKHC

Job Title Inpatient Ped Neurology Nurse Coord/UKHC

Requisition Number

Requisition Number NR14513

Working Title

Working Title Pediatric Neurology Nurse Coordinator

Department Name

Department Name H3062:KCH-Administration

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 11

Salary Range

Salary Range $29.12-45.70/hour

Type of Position

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

ADN

Required Related Experience

4 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

Licensed Nurse

Physical Requirements

Walking for rounds and walking between hospital and clinics. Possibly repetitive work on computer, etc.

Shift

Primarily weekday(s); regular business hours

Job Summary

This position is responsible for supporting care coordination for inpatients admitted the pediatric neurology service at Kentucky Children’s Hospital.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Understanding of pediatric epilepsy, strong communication skills and ability to build relationships within the hospital and with external agencies.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

BSN with three years in pediatric nursing, acute/icu or progressive level of care.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 10/25/2026

Our University Community

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Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Please indicate your current Nursing Educational Level.
  • New Graduate
  • Diploma
  • ADN
  • BSN
  • MSN
  • PhD or DNP
• * Are you currently employed as a registered nurse at UK HealthCare/UK HealthCare Samaritan Hospitals?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please indicate your current licensure status.
  • None
  • Current KY RN License
  • Current compact state RN licensure
  • Current non-compact state RN licensure
  • New Graduate within 6 months or Provisional License
  • Valid KY Temporary Work Permit
• * Where did you first see this position advertised?
  • UK Jobs Website
  • Employee Referral
  • Print Advertisement
  • Job Fair
  • InsideHigherEd.com
  • HigherEdJobs.com
  • Diverse Issues in Higher Education
  • Oneclick.jobtarget.com
  • Indeed.com
  • Other On-line/Media Advertisement
  • A Colleague, Friend, and/or Family member
  • None of the above