Patient Care Manager Assistant/UKHC

UK HealthCare; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 4,133,000 - 7,522,000; Full time

Job summary

UK HealthCare, University of Kentucky, Lexington, KY, seeks an Assistant Patient Care Manager (A-PCM) to support the Patient Care Manager in nursing unit operations across shifts. This role includes supervision, scheduling, payroll oversight, and staff development to ensure high-quality patient care.

The A-PCM will mentor nursing staff, oversee clerical staff as assigned, and help maintain regulatory compliance and patient experience excellence in a 24/7 hospital environment.

Qualifications

• BSN required.
• 1.5 years RN experience required.
• Ability to manage in a hospital environment and mentor nursing staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise nursing staff and assist the Patient Care Manager.
• Assist with scheduling and payroll management.
• Monitor staff competencies and evaluate performance.
• Provide oversight of clerical staff on the assigned unit(s).
• Support compliance with regulatory standards and patient safety initiatives.

Skills

RN Experience

Staff supervision

Coaching

Communication with patients

Education

BSN

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title Patient Care Manager Assistant/UKHC

Requisition Number NR15284

Working Title Patient Care Manager Assistant / Neonatal ICU

Department Name H3062:KCH-Administration

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 12

Salary Range $30.00-53.67/hour

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education BSN

Required Related Experience 1.5 yrs / 18 months of RN Experience

Required License/Registration/Certification Registered Nurse (RN)

Physical Requirements Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff. Must be able to move about in a complex physical environment. The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds occasionally 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 open for a variable schedule that may require days/evenings/nights, as hospital is open 24/7. Must be available for weekends/and or holidays, per departmental needs.

Job Summary

The Assistant Patient Care Manager (A- PCM ) supports the patient care manager ( PCM ) whose human resource span of control exceeds acceptable UKHC standards. He/She will provide supervision, coaching, mentoring and opportunities for growth to nursing staff and assist in the day-to-day management of the nursing unit(s). The A-PCM assists with scheduling, payroll management, monitoring of staff competencies, evaluation of staff performance, and special projects as assigned by the PCM . He/she will serve as the manager for clerical staff as appropriate on the assigned unit(s). Increased supervision and staff coaching/mentoring is associated with decreased staff turnover and improved patient outcomes. The Assistant Patient Care Manager (A- PCM ) provides clinical and managerial oversight on the shifts he/she is assigned. The A-PCM supports the Patient Care Managers to develop nursing staff at all levels to ensure nursing practice that supports exemplary patient care, compliance with regulatory/accreditation standards and exceptional patient experience, and are responsible for direct supervision of staff and support of patient care manager

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

This position also requires the ability to function effectively in stressful situations, skills in group dynamics, problem solving, interviewing, observation, counseling, and teaching.

Preferred Education/Experience

BSN with 4 years of related job experience preferred. Previous management

Deadline to Apply

09/27/2026

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.

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