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| Job Title | Nurse Clinical/UKHC |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | NR12052 |
| Working Title | RN/ 7P / Pediatric Behavioral Health Unit |
| Department Name | H3060:Children’s/Maternal/Psychiatric Svcs |
| Work Location | Lexington |
| 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 | Must be able to work three, 12-hour shifts per week from 7pm until 7:30am; will also be required to work some weekend and holidays. |
| Job Summary | RNs in the Behavioral Health unit provide care to psychiatric patients of all ages. Patient conditions include a wide range of acute psychiatric illnesses, including bipolar disorder, substance abuse, ADHD, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, PTSD, and depressive disorders. RN will provide coverage for Psychiatric Intake through the Emergency Department. The Behavioral Health unit provides therapeutic care in a safe, non-threatening environment with the highest expectations of customer satisfaction. As a part of this unit, the RN serves as an important component of the behavioral health team. This team is responsible for independently delivering comprehensive client care based on appropriate growth and development, developing and implementing plan of care, facilitating therapeutic groups and demonstrating effective therapeutic techniques. 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 | 01/17/2024 |
| University Community of Inclusion | The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. 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. |
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