Nurse Clinical/UKHC

UK HealthCare; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking a Nurse Clinical/UKHC for the 3 Medicine Acute Care unit in Lexington, KY. The role requires an ADN and active Kentucky RN license, with AHA BLS certification. You will work three 12-hour night shifts per week, with some weekends and holidays, providing comprehensive, patient-centered care.

Experience is not required, but BSN is preferred. The department is within H3280: Command Center, and pre-employment screenings may be required in accordance with

Qualifications

• Active Kentucky RN license, Temporary Work Permit (TWP), Provisional License or active compact state RN license in good standing.
• American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider valid for at least 6 months after employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide total, comprehensive, continuous and patient-centered nursing care.
• Deliver direct patient care and ensure patient satisfaction.
• Train and delegate duties for Nursing Care Technicians and adhere to University policies and regulations.

Education

ADN

Job description

Job Title

Nurse Clinical/UKHC

Requisition Number

NR14714

Working Title

RN 7P/ Medicine Acute Care

Department Name

H3280:Command Center

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

10

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

ADN

Required Related Experience

No RN 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

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 three 12-hour night shifts each week from 7PM-730AM; Will also be required to work some weekends and holidays

Job Summary

The 3 Medicine Acute care unit provides acute, comprehensive inpatient care for patients suffering from a variety of medical diseases and surgical complications. Patient conditions include diabetes, endocrine disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, wound care, and surgical cases (both pre and post operation). This team is responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of multiple medical and surgical disease complications.

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.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

Preferred Education/Experience

BSN and one year of RN experience preferred

Deadline to Apply

11/08/2026

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.