Nurse Clinical/UKHC

Inside Higher Ed

Lexington (KY)

On-site

USD 32,029 - 53,864

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A healthcare institution in Lexington, KY is seeking a Nurse Clinical/UKHC to provide care for oncology patients. The role involves direct patient care, team collaboration, and adherence to best practices. Ideal candidates should have an ADN or preferably a BSN, an active RN license, and excellent patient care skills. This full-time position requires weekend shifts on a premium pay plan.

Qualifications

Active Kentucky RN license or equivalent.
Basic Life Support certification valid for 6 months after hire.
Must be able to lift 50-100 pounds daily.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive, patient-centered nursing care.
Assess and document patient conditions.
Train and delegate duties for Nursing Care Technicians.

Skills

Critical thinking

Direct patient care

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

ADN

BSN (preferred)

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Job Title

Nurse Clinical/UKHC

Requisition Number

NR14183

Working Title

RN/7A Weekend Plan/Chemo Infusion

Department Name

M3030:Cancer Clinic Services

Work Location:

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

10

Salary Range

$23.25-39.10/hour

Type Of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

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 every Saturday and Sunday 7am – 7:30pm as part of the Weekend Premium Pay Plan.

Job Summary

Registered Nurses at Markey Cancer Center Chemotherapy Infusion Clinic will provide care to a variety of Oncology patients with disease processes ranging from Leukemia, Breast, solid tumor, lung and colon cancer, and all blood disorders. The Infusion clinic staff work in teams with a team leader in scheduling and patient care assignments.

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

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

09/10/2025

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.