Clinical Nurse Specialist/UKHC at University of Kentucky in Lexington, Kentucky

Job Description:

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job Title	Clinical Nurse Specialist/UKHC
Requisition Number	NR12767
Working Title	Clinical Nurse Specialist- Neonatal ICU
Department Name	H3270:Nursing Practice and Support Services
Work Location	Lexington, KY
Grade Level	13
Salary Range	$71,323-131,685/year
Type of Position	Staff
Position Time Status	Full-Time
Required Education	MSN
Required Related Experience	5 years
Required License/Registration/Certification	Active KY or compact stater Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing; American Heart Association BLS for the HealthCare Provider valid for at least 6 months from hire date
Physical Requirements	Sitting, typing, walking, pulling/rolling patients on occasion.
Shift	Monday through Friday 8a -4:30p
Job Summary	This position will provide the necessary skills, guidance, and education to patients and nurses to ensure the nursing care provided is efficient, cost-effective, evidence-based, and of the highest quality. Develops, implements and evaluates educational strategies and programs. Identifies trends in patient outcomes to determine performance improvement activities. Provides support and clinical expertise to facilitate/coordinate progress toward meeting performance improvement goals. Integrates research, evidence -based knowledge of nursing and resource management into practice environment. Participates in the development of health care policy and related education within the institution and community. Assists in facilitating transition to practice for the new graduate. Serves as a clinical resource and change agent. Demonstrates excellent leadership, teaching, interpersonal skills and an understanding of organization and systems.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities	Time management, organization, Microsoft Excel, ability to be self-directed.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?	No
Preferred Education/Experience	MSN or higher degree in nursing, 5 years of full time nursing experience required; nursing experience in NICU/ neonatal patient population preferred.
Deadline to Apply	07/01/2024
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 - 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 check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please indicate your current Nursing Educational Level.
   • New Graduate
   • Diploma
   • ADN
   • BSN
   • MSN
   • PhD or DNP
2. * Are you currently employed as a registered nurse at UK HealthCare Chandler/UK HealthCare Samaritan Hospitals?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Please indicate your current licensure status.
   • None
   • Current KY RN License
   • Current compact state RN licensure
   • Current non-compact state RN licensure
   • New Graduate within 6 months or Provisional License
   • Valid KY Temporary Work Permit
4. * Where did you first see this position advertised?
   • UK Jobs Website
   • Employee Referral
   • Print Advertisement
   • On-line Advertisement
   • Military Connection Advertisement
   • Job Fair
   • "I'm Interested" page on Nurse Recruitment website
   • Facebook
   • HospitalCareers.com
   • InsideHigherEd.com
   • Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
   • HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
   • InsightIntoDiversity.com
   • Latinosinhighered.com
   • Indeed.com
   • LinkedIn.com
   • Institute for Diversity in Health Management
   • None of the Above
5. * University of Kentucky HealthCare seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK HealthCare Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

Optional Documents

1. Resume
2. Curriculum Vita
3. Cover Letter

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