Nurse Clinical/UKHC / CHANDLER 8 MAIN
UK HealthCare, Lexington, KY, United States
Posting Details
Job Title: Nurse Clinical/UKHC / CHANDLER 8 MAIN
Requisition Number: NR14731
Working Title: RN/ 7P WEPP/ Chandler 8 Main
Department Name: H3000:Acute Care
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, and 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 valid for at least 6 months after employment date.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds daily and 25-50 pounds frequently; stand, walk, and sit for long periods. Possible exposure to communicable diseases, radiation hazards, and injury from patients or sharp instruments.
Shift
Must be able to work two 12‑hour shifts every weekend (Friday/Saturday or Saturday/Sunday) from 7 PM to 7:30 AM, totaling 24 hours. Pay and benefits included as part of the Weekend Premium Plan (WEPP); may be required to work some holidays.
Job Summary
Registered Nurses on the Chandler 8 Main at UK Chandler Hospital provide care for Adult Medicine Services patients who are moderately stable, may have fluctuating acuity, complex needs, and require comprehensive care. Patient care includes frequent assessment of pulmonary, renal, cardiac, vascular, and neurological conditions.
The primary responsibilities include providing total, comprehensive, continuous, patient‑centered care: 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 Assistants); and adhering to university, federal, state, and local regulations. Collaboration among nursing staff and physicians enhances communication and expected patient outcomes, integrating the nursing process with a comprehensive patient‑centered plan of care.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
The ideal candidate should possess knowledge of Maslow’s eight basic human needs, Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns framework, and Swanson’s Caring model; excel in direct patient care and critical thinking; basic computer and internet navigation skills; effective professional communication with patients, families, coworkers, and physicians; and strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skills. The candidate must be highly motivated, proactive, and confident in advocating for patients and their families, and enjoy working in a team environment with open, honest communication. Exceptional technical ability and proven teamwork, both independently and collaboratively, are essential.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No supervisory responsibilities.
Preferred Education and Experience
BSN + at least 1 year of RN experience.
Deadline to Apply
05/04/2026
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University follows the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. We provide equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and do 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.
Screening Requirements
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings as mandated by the University of Kentucky Human Resources, possibly including a national background check and/or drug screen.
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Job Title: Nurse Clinical/UKHC / CHANDLER 8 MAIN
Requisition Number: NR14731
Working Title: RN/ 7P WEPP/ Chandler 8 Main
Department Name: H3000:Acute Care
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, and 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 valid for at least 6 months after employment date.
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds daily and 25-50 pounds frequently; stand, walk, and sit for long periods. Possible exposure to communicable diseases, radiation hazards, and injury from patients or sharp instruments.
Shift
Must be able to work two 12‑hour shifts every weekend (Friday/Saturday or Saturday/Sunday) from 7 PM to 7:30 AM, totaling 24 hours. Pay and benefits included as part of the Weekend Premium Plan (WEPP); may be required to work some holidays.
Job Summary
Registered Nurses on the Chandler 8 Main at UK Chandler Hospital provide care for Adult Medicine Services patients who are moderately stable, may have fluctuating acuity, complex needs, and require comprehensive care. Patient care includes frequent assessment of pulmonary, renal, cardiac, vascular, and neurological conditions.
The primary responsibilities include providing total, comprehensive, continuous, patient‑centered care: 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 Assistants); and adhering to university, federal, state, and local regulations. Collaboration among nursing staff and physicians enhances communication and expected patient outcomes, integrating the nursing process with a comprehensive patient‑centered plan of care.
Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities
The ideal candidate should possess knowledge of Maslow’s eight basic human needs, Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns framework, and Swanson’s Caring model; excel in direct patient care and critical thinking; basic computer and internet navigation skills; effective professional communication with patients, families, coworkers, and physicians; and strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skills. The candidate must be highly motivated, proactive, and confident in advocating for patients and their families, and enjoy working in a team environment with open, honest communication. Exceptional technical ability and proven teamwork, both independently and collaboratively, are essential.
Supervisory Responsibilities
No supervisory responsibilities.
Preferred Education and Experience
BSN + at least 1 year of RN experience.
Deadline to Apply
05/04/2026
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University follows the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. We provide equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and do 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.
Screening Requirements
Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre‑employment screenings as mandated by the University of Kentucky Human Resources, possibly including a national background check and/or drug screen.
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