Nurse Clinical/UKHC

UK HealthCare; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky Emergency Services is seeking a Nurse Clinical for the Chandler ED in Lexington, KY. The weekend plan requires two 12-hour shifts (Saturday and Sunday) with premium pay and active RN licensure in Kentucky. ADN is required; BSN preferred.

Good communication and teamwork are essential for high-quality patient care. You will contribute to triage, acute care, and trauma workflows, supervise Nursing Care Technicians, and adhere to university policies while delivering

Qualifications

• Active Kentucky RN license and valid for employment, plus required certifications (AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers)
• ADN degree required; BSN preferred for advancement and leadership
• Weekend schedule requires two 12-hour shifts (Sat & Sun) with Premium Pay Plan

Responsibilities

• Provide total, continuous, patient-centered nursing care across multiple ED areas
• Assess, document, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans
• Supervise Nursing Care Technicians and collaborate with physicians and staff to optimize outcomes

Skills

Maslow Needs

Gordon Patterns

Swanson Caring

Direct Patient Care

Critical Thinking

Teamwork

Communication

Computer Skills

Education

ADN

BSN

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title Nurse Clinical/UKHC

Requisition Number NR15368

Working Title RN/Chandler ED/11 A Weekend Plan- Saturday & Sunday

Department Name H3100:Emergency Services

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 10

Salary Range $28.00-39.10/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 two twelve-hour shifts each weekend (Saturday & Sunday 11a-1:30p) as part of the Weekend Premium Pay Plan; will also be required to work some holidays

Job Summary The Chandler Emergency Department consists of 5 different areas where care is provided: triage where the patient is seen to determine how to prioritize their care needs, chair centric and express care intended for low acuity patients that can be seen and discharged within 60 minutes, these patients usually have minor complaints like sore throat, an isolated extremity injury, or simple laceration. The acute care area is a 16-bed area where common emergency complaints like abdominal pain, stable chest pain, and mild to moderate shortness of air receive care. Critical care has 8 beds and patients in this area range from trauma patients who have been resuscitated in the trauma area and need continuing care to patients in need of intensive care unit treatment such as septic patients or those receiving vasoactive infusions. The UK Level I Trauma Center has 8 beds capable of caring for the most complex injured patients. 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 11/05/2026

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