New Grad Clinical Nurse – Acute Care Core

UK HealthCare; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UK HealthCare in Lexington, KY is seeking a Nurse Clinical for the New Grad Core program. This full-time staff role requires a BSN and Kentucky RN license, with BLS certification. You will deliver direct patient care in a fast-paced acute care setting within the UK HealthCare network.

The program supports new graduates with mentorship, skill expansion, and collaborative care with patients and families. Expect three 12-hour shifts per week, plus some weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• BSN degree required.
• Active Kentucky RN license and BLS certification.
• No prior experience required.

Responsibilities

• Apply nursing process to assess and plan patient care.
• Provide direct patient care and education to patients and families.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to coordinate care and ensure patient safety.

Skills

Maslow's Needs

Gordon's Framework

Caring Model

Direct patient care

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

BSN

Job description

UK HealthCare in Lexington, KY is seeking a Nurse Clinical for the New Grad Core program. This full-time staff role requires a BSN and Kentucky RN license, with BLS certification. You will deliver direct patient care in a fast-paced acute care setting within the UK HealthCare network.

The program supports new graduates with mentorship, skill expansion, and collaborative care with patients and families. Expect three 12-hour shifts per week, plus some weekends and holidays.