Trauma & Acute Care RN — Full-Time, Lexington

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY seeks an RN for trauma and acute care services to provide total, continuous patient-centered care, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of a care plan. You will deliver direct nursing care, train Nursing Care Technicians, and collaborate with the medical team to optimize patient outcomes.

The role requires ADN, active KY RN license or equivalent, and BLS certification; lifting up to 50–100 lbs, with WEPP shifts.

Qualifications

• ADN required with RN licensure in Kentucky or compact state.
• Active KY RN license or equivalent; BLS/CPR certification required.
• Ability to lift 50–100 lbs daily and stand/walk for long periods.
• BSN preferred; no experience required or preferred experience noted.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, patient-centered nursing care and document care plans.
• Deliver direct patient care and ensure patient satisfaction.
• Train and delegate tasks to Nursing Care Technicians.
• Collaborate with nurses and physicians to improve outcomes.
• Follow University policies and safety regulations.

Skills

Maslow's needs

Gordon's Functional Health Patterns

Swanson's Caring model

Direct patient care

Critical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Education

ADN

BSN preferred

Job description

University of Kentucky in Lexington, KY seeks an RN for trauma and acute care services to provide total, continuous patient-centered care, including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of a care plan. You will deliver direct nursing care, train Nursing Care Technicians, and collaborate with the medical team to optimize patient outcomes.

The role requires ADN, active KY RN license or equivalent, and BLS certification; lifting up to 50–100 lbs, with WEPP shifts.