Nurse Manager/Ambulatory/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 77,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY invites applications for a Nurse Manager in Gastroenterology, Rheumatology and Pulmonology. This role leads nursing and support staff to ensure high-quality patient care and efficient resource use in the Medicine Specialties Clinic.

Responsibilities include staff scheduling, performance evaluations, policy updates, and collaboration with the practice manager and ambulatory nursing director to drive improvements.

Qualifications

• RN license with BSN is required.
• National certification will be obtained within 1 year of hire.
• Experience leading nursing teams in an ambulatory setting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise designated nursing and clinical staff in the Medicine Specialties Clinic.
• Ensure appropriate resources and quality patient care.
• Develop schedules and coverage plans; manage staff performance.
• Collaborate with practice manager and ambulatory nursing director.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Microsoft 365

EPIC

Education

BSN

Tools

EPIC System

Job description

Working Title Nurse Manager - Gastroenterology, Rheumatology and Pulmonology

Department Name

Department Name M3500: AMBULATORY MEDICINE

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 12

Salary Range

Salary Range $76,839-111,634/year

Type of Position

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

BSN

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Required License/Registration/Certification

Registered Nurse (RN) and a national certification to be obtained within 1 year of hire and maintained throughout employment in this job title. This national certification will require approval by nursing leadership.

Physical Requirements

The ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.

Shift

Monday – Friday, Day Shift; 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (40 hrs/wk)

Job Summary

The Nurse Manager will supervise all designated nursing staff and other clinical support staff functions in the Medicine Specialties Clinic. Ensuring appropriate management of resources and quality patient care are essential job duties for this position. This includes: initiating actions for resolutions, maintaining nursing standards of care and magnet-related designations requirements as well as participating in updating policies and procedures.

In addition, the positions will be responsible for ensuring adequate nursing staff and clinical support staff are available to care for patients, work with staff to develop schedules and coverage plans, act as a clinical and systems resource for staff, and complete designated staff performance evaluations. The position will work directly with the practice manager and ambulatory nursing director for practice and clinical improvement and nursing initiative.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The ideal candidate will be an experienced RN, hold a BSN , and have leadership and management experience in a healthcare setting. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have efficient skills in Microsoft 365 (Office) and EPIC .

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

BSN and RN plus four or more years management/development experience preferred.

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 09/30/2026

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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you currently licensed by the state of Kentucky as a Registered Nurse (RN) or eligible to obtain license by date of hire?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please indicate your paid employment experience in nursing management.
  • None
  • More than 0, up through 1 year
  • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
  • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
  • More than 5 years
• * Please select the response that best represents your years of experience with drafting policies and/or procedures for an organization or department.
  • None
  • More than 0, up through 2 years
  • More than 2 years, up through 4 years
  • More than 4 years