Nurse Clinical/UKHC/Good Samaritan ED

UK HealthCare; United States; Vor Ort; USD 39.000 - 54.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY seeks a Nurse Clinician for the Good Samaritan ED. The role requires triage, comprehensive nursing care and collaboration with physicians to ensure timely, patient-centered care of low-to-moderate acuity patients.

The position includes three 12-hour shifts weekly (7a, 11a, 3p or 7p), weekend/holiday coverage, ADN required with active KY RN license; BLS; no prior experience required. Salary $28.00-$39.10/hour.

Qualifikationen

• Active Kentucky RN license or compact-state license.
• BLS certification required.
• ADN degree.
• No experience required.

Aufgaben

• Provide total, continuous patient-centered nursing care.
• Triage patients and deliver direct care.
• Train and delegate to Nursing Care Technicians (Nursing Assistant).

Kenntnisse

Direct patient care

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Delegation

Computer literacy

Ausbildung

ADN

Jobbeschreibung

Posting Details

Job Title

Nurse Clinical/UKHC/Good Samaritan ED

Requisition Number

NR15238

Working Title

Nurse Clinical/GS ED

Department Name

H6130: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

Shifts start times are 7a, 11a, 3p or 7p. Shift time availability/preference will be discussed during the interview. Must be able to work three, 12-hour shifts per week including weekends and holidays. No swing shifts or set schedules

Job Summary

The Samaritan Emergency Department is part of the Emergency Service Line and is a community hospital ED. 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. Any high acuity patients will be transported to the Level I Trauma Center ED at Chandler.

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

11/01/2026

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.