On-Call Nursing Care Technician - Preop/PACU

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking a Nursing Care Tech on-call for the Center for Advanced Surgery in Lexington, KY. The role supports RN-led patient care in the pre-op and PACU areas, with duties including vital signs, phlebotomy, documentation, and assistance with ADLs.

The position requires a High School diploma, on-call availability at least 36 hours per month, and certificates such as SRNA, EMT, LPN, or NCT competencies with BLS CPR. The work environment is fast-paced and safety-conscious.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• On-call staff with flexibility to work in pre-op/PACU settings.
• Eligible for RN nursing student or NR/EMT/LPN/NCT credentials per stated requirements.
• AHA BLS CPR certification required or obtainable through the University program.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Obtain patient vitals and perform phlebotomy as delegated.
• Assist with activities of daily living and daily documentation.
• Respond to patient call lights and support unit orientation, admissions, transfers and discharge.

Skills

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

Documentation

ADL assistance

Patient care

Education

High School

Job description

University of Kentucky is seeking a Nursing Care Tech on-call for the Center for Advanced Surgery in Lexington, KY. The role supports RN-led patient care in the pre-op and PACU areas, with duties including vital signs, phlebotomy, documentation, and assistance with ADLs.

The position requires a High School diploma, on-call availability at least 36 hours per month, and certificates such as SRNA, EMT, LPN, or NCT competencies with BLS CPR. The work environment is fast-paced and safety-conscious.