Nurse Vascular Access/UKHC
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Health Care Provider
Posted on April 9, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
Nurse Vascular Access/UKHC
Requisition Number
NR12555
Working Title
Nurse/Vascular Access Nurse
Department Name
H3988:UK Healthcare CNO
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
5 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
Registered Nurse (RN)
Physical Requirements
Walking long distances, pushing equipment and lifting greater than 50 lbs
Shift
Must be able to work 7PM-730AM NIGHT SHIFT, 36 hours/ week.
Job Summary
The position is responsible for patient throughput and placement of PICC devise for those patients with a lack of IV access either during the hospitalization or as a part of discharge. This position may be responsible for care within the UK Healthcare Enterprise. 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.
Applicants who possess the VA-BC (Vascular Access Board Certified) certification are eligible to be hired into a Nurse Vascular Access/Certified/UKHC position, which is a grade 11 ($26.00/hour – $45.70/hour).
Applicants who are not certified at time of hire are eligible to receive a pay increase and be moved into the Certified, grade 11 role once certification has been obtained and 90 days of successful employment have been completed.
All pay rates will be based on candidate's experience.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
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.
Competence in placement of PICC device.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
BSN and experience with vascular access and PICC placement preferred, ACLS preferred.
Deadline to Apply
04/15/2024
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.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
Nurse Vascular Access/UKHC
Requisition Number
NR12555
Working Title
Nurse/Vascular Access Nurse
Department Name
H3988:UK Healthcare CNO
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
5 yrs
Required License/Registration/Certification
Registered Nurse (RN)
Physical Requirements
Walking long distances, pushing equipment and lifting greater than 50 lbs
Shift
Must be able to work 7PM-730AM NIGHT SHIFT, 36 hours/ week.
Job Summary
The position is responsible for patient throughput and placement of PICC devise for those patients with a lack of IV access either during the hospitalization or as a part of discharge. This position may be responsible for care within the UK Healthcare Enterprise. 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.
Applicants who possess the VA-BC (Vascular Access Board Certified) certification are eligible to be hired into a Nurse Vascular Access/Certified/UKHC position, which is a grade 11 ($26.00/hour – $45.70/hour).
Applicants who are not certified at time of hire are eligible to receive a pay increase and be moved into the Certified, grade 11 role once certification has been obtained and 90 days of successful employment have been completed.
All pay rates will be based on candidate's experience.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
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.
Competence in placement of PICC device.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
BSN and experience with vascular access and PICC placement preferred, ACLS preferred.
Deadline to Apply
04/15/2024
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.
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Please indicate your current Nursing Educational Level.
- New Graduate
- Diploma
- ADN
- BSN
- MSN
- PhD or DNP
- * Are you currently employed as a registered nurse at UK HealthCare Chandler/UK HealthCare Samaritan Hospitals?
- Yes
- No
- * 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
- * University of Kentucky HealthCare recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within UK Healthcare, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of the UK Healthcare values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.
(Open Ended Question) - * Where did you first see this position advertised?
- AONE (American Organization of Nurse Executives)
- UK Jobs Website
- Employee Referral
- Print Advertisement
- On-line Advertisement
- Military Connection Advertisement
- Job Fair
- "I'm Interested" page on Nurse Recruitment website
- 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
- * 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
- * The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted. I understand that I will be obligated to comply with the COVID-19 vaccination or exemption requirement prior to starting employment at the University of Kentucky.
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
- Resume
- Curriculum Vita
- Cover Letter
