Rapid Response Nurse/UKHC

UK HealthCare; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 83,524,000 - 130,949,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY, seeks a Rapid Response Nurse for UK Healthcare (UKHC) to deliver rapid emergency care within the command center. You will work at least three 12‑hour night shifts (8:00 PM–8:30 AM), with weekends and holidays as needed to cover Enterprise operations.

The role requires ADN with 4+ years of nursing experience, ACLS/BLS/PALS on hire, NIH stroke scale, and Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum within one year. BSN preferred; pre-employment screenings may be required.

Qualifications

• RN with ADN; 4+ years experience required.
• ACLS, BLS, and PALS providers at time of hire.
• NIH stroke scale certification at time of hire.
• Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum within one year of hire.
• Pre-employment screenings may include background check and drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Rapid Response duties include standard RN work with advanced critical care responsibilities.
• Provide immediate, rapid care in emergencies and assess patient decline.
• Serve as a resource to other nurses in clinical/critical decision making.
• Assist in achieving goals of the command center.

Skills

Critical Care

Emergency Response

Patient Assessment

Education

ADN

BSN preferred

Job description

Job Title

Rapid Response Nurse/UKHC

Requisition Number

NR15072

Working Title

Rapid Response Nurse / 8P / UKHC

Department Name

H3280:Command Center

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

11

Salary Range

$29.12-45.70/hour

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

ADN

Required Related Experience

4 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

Registered Nurse (RN); approved national nursing certification within one year of hire date; Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support ( ACLS ),Basic Life Support ( BLS ), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support ( PALS ) providers at time of hire; NIH stroke scale certification at time of hire; Trauma Nurse Core Curriculum within one year of hire; completion of Nursing Professional Advancement within one year of hire.

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 be able to work at least three 12-hour shifts every week from 8PM-830AM.

Will also be required to work some weekends and holidays as needed to cover Enterprise.

Job Summary

Rapid Response duties include standard duties of a Registered Nurse; however, advanced level of practice as a Critical Care Nurse is required. Ability to provide immediate, rapid care in emergencies including decline in patient condition is essential. Also acts as a resource to other nurses in clinical / critical decision making. Prior teaching / classroom instruction on patient decline and failure to rescue is also preferred. Assist in meeting goals of command center.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

N/A

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

BSN Preferred.

Deadline to Apply

08/23/2026

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.