Description

University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleClinical Nurse Specialist/UKHCRequisition NumberNR14518Working TitleClinical Nurse Specialist- Neonatal ICUDepartment NameH3270:Nursing Practice and Support ServicesWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level13Salary Range$84,853-131,685/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationMSNRequired Related Experience5 yearsRequired License/Registration/CertificationActive 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 datePhysical RequirementsSitting, typing, walking, pulling/rolling patients on occasion.ShiftMonday-Friday 8a -4:30pJob SummaryThis 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 / AbilitiesTime management, organization, Microsoft Excel, ability to be self-directed.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceMSN or higher degree in nursing, 5 years of full time nursing experience required; nursing experience in NICU/ neonatal patient population preferred.Deadline to Apply12/18/2025Our University CommunityWe 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.

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. These screenings may include a national background 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

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

Optional Documents

1. Resume
2. Curriculum Vita
3. Cover Letter

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