Nurse Clinical/On-Call/UKHC

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

Job summary

UK HealthCare in Lexington, KY seeks a Nurse Clinical/On-Call for Diagnostic Radiology. The RN on-call will provide comprehensive, patient-centered care, participate in planning and education, and support the radiology team in delivering safe procedures.

The role emphasizes teamwork, sound nursing judgment, and ongoing patient communication. Ideal candidates hold ADN with RN licensure in Kentucky and current BLS, with BSN preferred and at least 1 year RN experience.

Qualifications

• ADN required for RN licensure in Kentucky with BLS.
• No prior experience required.
• BSN preferred with at least 1 year RN experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide total, patient-centered nursing care across assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation.
• Document care plans and ensure patient satisfaction throughout shifts.
• Train and delegate tasks to Nursing Care Technicians as appropriate.
• Collaborate with physicians and nursing staff to optimize patient outcomes.

Skills

Direct patient care

Critical thinking

Professional communication

Team collaboration

Education

ADN

BSN

Job description

Job Title Nurse Clinical/On-Call/UKHC
Requisition Number NR15199
Working Title RN on-call / Diagnostic Radiology
Department Name H3187: Diagnostic Radiology
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 10
Salary Range $28.00-39.10/hour
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status On Call
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 Registered Nurse (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 at least 36 hours per month from varying shifts (including days, evenings and/or nights) and may be required to work some holidays and/or weekends.
Day shift availability most desired
Job Summary 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); and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. Furthermore, this environment supports collaborative efforts among the nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes. This includes utilization of the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care, ensuring patient satisfaction.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities RN responsibilities include monitoring of patients undergoing diagnostic imaging; duties include medication administration, pre-procedural screenings, pre and post procedural patient education and instructions, and the prep and recovery of sedation exams. RN will recover both adult and pediatric patients.
The ideal candidate will have the following: knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs and the priority within Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns Frame Work as well as 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 in a professional and respectful manner with patients and their families, co-workers and physicians; and strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skill. The candidate will be highly motivated, pro-active and confident in advocating for patients and their family members. Will also enjoy working in a strong team environment and provides open, honest communication with fellow staff and physicians. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess exceptional technical skills and a proven ability to work in a team as well as independently.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience BSN + AT LEAST 1 YEAR OF RN EXPERIENCE PREFERRED
Deadline to Apply 11/15/2026
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