Patient Care Manager Assistant/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Sur place; USD 41 000 - 74 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

The University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY is seeking an Assistant Patient Care Manager for the Emergency Room to support the patient care manager and supervise nursing staff on the ED units. This full-time role focuses on scheduling, payroll, staff competencies, and special projects to improve patient outcomes.

Requirements include RN licensure with a BSN and at least 1.5 years of clinical/management experience; BLS and unit-specific certifications (PALS, ACLS) are preferred.

Qualifications

• RN license required and BSN degree.
• 1.5 years of clinical/management experience.
• BLS certification and unit-specific certifications such as PALS/ACLS.
• Ability to supervise and mentor nursing staff.

Responsabilités

• Provide supervision, coaching and growth opportunities to nursing staff.
• Assist in scheduling, payroll, and staff competency monitoring.
• Manage clerical staff on assigned units.
• Support day-to-day operations to improve patient outcomes.

Connaissances

RN License

Supervisory Skills

BLS

PALS/ACLS

Formation

BSN

Description du poste

Working Title Assistant Patient Care Manager/Emergency Room

Department Name

Department Name H3100:Emergency Services

Work Location

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 12

Salary Range

Salary Range $30.00-53.67/hour

Type of Position

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education

BSN

Required Related Experience

1.5 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

Registered Nurse (RN)

Physical Requirements

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 work 40 hours per week; Day, evening, night. With some weekend call and holidays required.

Job Summary

The Assistant Patient Care Manager (A- PCM ) supports the patient care manager ( PCM ) whose human resource span of control exceeds acceptable UKHCstandards. 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.
Must be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff. Must be able to move about in a complex physical environment.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

BLS plus unit specific competencies/certifications such as PALS , ACLS , etc

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

3-4 years of clinical / management experience

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 10/29/2026

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.