Peds Nurse Vascular Access/UKHC

Inside Higher Ed; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 38,572 - 53,864; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Kentucky is seeking a Peds Nurse Vascular Access. In this role, you will assess patient needs and provide comprehensive nursing care, ensuring patient satisfaction while working collaboratively with healthcare teams. Candidates should hold an ADN and have at least 2 years of RN experience. The role involves lifting and assisting patients, with a full-time schedule including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related RN experience needed.
• Knowledge of Maslow’s Basic Human Needs and health patterns.
• Ability to lift 50-100 pounds daily.

Responsibilities

• Assess and review patient history.
• Provide comprehensive patient-centered care.
• Train and delegate duties to nursing support staff.

Skills

Direct patient care

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

ADN

BSN preferred

Job description

Job Title: Peds Nurse Vascular Access/UKHC

Requisition Number: NR14479

Work Location: Lexington, KY

Grade Level: 10

Salary Range: $28.00-39.10 per hour

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required Education: ADN

Required Related Experience: 2 years

Required License / Registration / Certification: Registered Nurse (RN) and Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job Summary

Position requires the assessment and review of patient history, and ability to use vascular guidelines while determining the appropriate intravenous access device for each patient. The primary responsibilities include providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient‑centered care which consists of 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; and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. The environment supports collaborative efforts among the nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes.

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. Conditions may involve exposure to communicable diseases, radiation hazards, and injury from patients or sharp instruments.

Shift

Must be able to work a total of 60 hours in a 2 week pay period, working from 7am until 7:30pm (will work 3 twelve‑hour shifts one week and 2 twelve‑hour shifts the other week). Will also be required to work some weekend and holiday shifts.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The ideal candidate will have knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs, Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns framework, and Swanson’s Caring model; superb direct patient care and critical thinking skills; basic computer navigation skills; ability to communicate professionally; strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skills; motivation, proactivity, confidence in advocating for patients; excellent teamwork, work independently, and open communication. Exceptional technical skills and a proven ability to work in a team as well as independently are also desired.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Preferred Education / Experience

BSN + at least 1 year RN experience preferred

Deadline To Apply

12/02/2025

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.