Nurse Clinical/UKHC

1 month ago


Lexington, United States University of Kentucky Full time

Job Title
Nurse Clinical/UKHC

Requisition Number
NR12091

Working Title
RN/PACU/Perioperative Services/ UK Good Samaritan Hospital

Department Name
H6300:Perioperative Services

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
10

Salary Range
$23.25-39.10/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

(4)10s – 9:00AM-7:30PM with some on-call requirements for nights, weekends and holidays

Job Summary

Registered Nurses in the PACU Unit at UK Good Samaritan Hospital provide care primarily to adult patients between 12-100 years of age. The unit provides recovery from outpatient and inpatient surgical care and treats patients in a variety of areas including: Orthopedics; Ear, Nose and Throat; Cosmetic and Plastic surgery as well as general surgical procedures including gallbladder, thyroid, appendectomy and benign gynecological. Perioperative Services is comprised of the following areas: pre-operative holding; post anesthesia care (phase 2); and recovery and you will be cross trained to all areas. The number of patients that receive care on a daily basis can range from 20 up to 35.

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. Furthermore, this environment supports collaborative efforts among the nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes. This includes utilization of the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care, ensuring patient satisfaction.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The ideal candidate will have the following: knowledge of Maslow’s eight Basic Human Needs and the priority within Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns Frame Work 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; and strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skill. The candidate will be highly motivated, pro-active and confident in advocating for patients and their family members. Will also enjoy working in a strong team environment and provides open, honest communication with fellow staff and physicians. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess exceptional technical skills and 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
09/30/2024

Our University Community

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As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

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