Nurse Clinical/UKHC / UKHC / 7P / TRAUMA 7100 ICU
Inside Higher Ed, Lexington, KY, United States
Job Title
Nurse Clinical/UKHC / UKHC / 7P / TRAUMA 7100 ICU
Requisition Number
NR14944
Working Title
RN/Trauma and Acute Care Surgical Services Tower 100 ICU
Department Name
H7000: Trauma and Acute Care Surgery Services
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
10
Salary Range
$28.00-39.10/hour
Type Of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
ADN
Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
Active Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license, Temporary Work Permit (TWP), Provisional License or active compact state Registered Nurse (RN) license that is in good standing and American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider valid for at least 6 months after employment date
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. 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 three, 12‑hour shifts 7P – 730AM NIGHT SHIFT /36 HRS PER WEEK; will also be required to work some weekend and holidays. Shift will be determined upon interview.
Job Summary
Registered Nurses in Tower 100 ICU of the Trauma Acute Care Surgical Services Center at UK Chandler Hospital provide care primarily for adult patients with trauma or acute care surgical conditions. Patient conditions include injuries resulting from blunt and penetrating trauma, and vascular surgeries. The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient‑centered care which includes: 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 (Nursing Assistant); 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, utilizing the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient‑centered plan of care.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will have knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs and the priority within Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns Framework as well as Swanson’s Caring model; superb direct patient care and critical thinking skills; basic computer navigation skills and working knowledge of the internet; ability to communicate in a professional and respectful manner with patients and their families, co‑workers and physicians; strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skill; and exceptional technical skills with a proven ability to work in a team as well as independently.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
BSN + at least 1 year of RN experience preferred
Deadline To Apply
05/10/2026
Equal Employment Opportunity
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, which may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Nurse Clinical/UKHC / UKHC / 7P / TRAUMA 7100 ICU
Requisition Number
NR14944
Working Title
RN/Trauma and Acute Care Surgical Services Tower 100 ICU
Department Name
H7000: Trauma and Acute Care Surgery Services
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
10
Salary Range
$28.00-39.10/hour
Type Of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
ADN
Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
Active Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license, Temporary Work Permit (TWP), Provisional License or active compact state Registered Nurse (RN) license that is in good standing and American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider valid for at least 6 months after employment date
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. 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 three, 12‑hour shifts 7P – 730AM NIGHT SHIFT /36 HRS PER WEEK; will also be required to work some weekend and holidays. Shift will be determined upon interview.
Job Summary
Registered Nurses in Tower 100 ICU of the Trauma Acute Care Surgical Services Center at UK Chandler Hospital provide care primarily for adult patients with trauma or acute care surgical conditions. Patient conditions include injuries resulting from blunt and penetrating trauma, and vascular surgeries. The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient‑centered care which includes: 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 (Nursing Assistant); 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, utilizing the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient‑centered plan of care.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will have knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs and the priority within Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns Framework as well as Swanson’s Caring model; superb direct patient care and critical thinking skills; basic computer navigation skills and working knowledge of the internet; ability to communicate in a professional and respectful manner with patients and their families, co‑workers and physicians; strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skill; and exceptional technical skills with a proven ability to work in a team as well as independently.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
BSN + at least 1 year of RN experience preferred
Deadline To Apply
05/10/2026
Equal Employment Opportunity
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, which may include a national background check and/or drug screen.
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