✓You’ll need

Licensure

✓Registered Nurse (RN) nursing student who has completed first fundamental course and a clinical 3.

✓Military Medic 4. current/active Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN ) license 5.

Certifications

✓Have one or more of the following: 1.

✓Kentucky Registered State Registered Nurse Assistant ( SRNA ), for Emergency Department (ED)- KY Registered State Registered Nurse Assistant ( SRNA ) or Emergency Medical Technician ( EMT ) 2.

✓plus American Heart Association ( AHA ) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider valid at time of hire, or completion of certification during Earn While You Learn NCT Training Program.

✓Knowledge of CPR and basic concept of abnormal vital sign parameters is a must.

✓Valid American Heart Association ( AHA ) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider at time of hire is required.

Education

✓Acquired Nursing Care Technician ( NCT ) competencies through continuous employment at the University of Kentucky

✓Successful completion of the Earn While You Learn NCT Training Program within 8 weeks of hire

Qualifications

✓Must enjoy working in a team, but also be able to take direction and communicate effectively with staff, patients, and their family members independently.

✓In addition, must also be confident and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.

✓Candidate will also need strong organizational, prioritization, basic computer navigation skills, and a working knowledge of the Internet.

The ideal candidate will be compassionate, honest, trustworthy, and have a strong work ethic. preferred

Previous hospital experience is preferred.

+Benefits

Life and disability insurance

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Department Name H7700: Cancer Services
Inpatient Pav A Work Location Lexington, KY Grade Level 06 Salary Range $18.20
24.82/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full
Time Required Education HS Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies Required Related Experience No experience required. Required License/Registration/Certification Have one or more of the following: 1. Kentucky Registered State Registered Nurse Assistant ( SRNA ), for Emergency Department (ED)- KY Registered State Registered Nurse Assistant ( SRNA ) or Emergency Medical Technician ( EMT ) 2. Registered Nurse (RN) nursing student who has completed first fundamental course and a clinical 3. Military Medic 4. current/active Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN ) license 5. Acquired Nursing Care Technician ( NCT ) competencies through continuous employment at the University of Kentucky; 6. Successful completion of the Earn While You Learn NCT Training Program within 8 weeks of hire; plus American Heart Association ( AHA ) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider valid at time of hire, or completion of certification during Earn While You Learn NCT Training Program. Physical Requirements This position requires regularly sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time and performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects weighing up to or over 50 pounds; and standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; occasionally requires standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds and/or working in confined spaces. Also involves some exposure to risk of injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; and exposure to loud noises, temperature extremes, hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, radiation, burns, cuts/punctures, blood-borne or airborne pathogens, and/or combative/violent people. Shift Must be able to work two 12.5-hour shifts every Saturday and Sunday (7:00 p.m. – 7:30 a.m.) This position is part of the Weekend Premium Pay ( WEPP ) plan. Will also be required to work some holidays Job Summary This position works one-on-one with a Registered Nurse (RN) to complete delegated tasks and provide direct patient care such as: obtain vital signs, phlebotomy, documentation, assist with ADL’s (activities of daily living), order and stock supplies, respond to patient call lights, unit orientation, and patient admission, transfer, and discharge. Positions may also involve moving patients from bed to wheelchair or stretcher, or stretcher to treatment/surgical tables. Handling of specimens and delivery to labs and preparation of patients for surgical procedures may also be required. The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing prompt, compassionate, and patient centered care in a collaborative, team-oriented work environment. This dynamic environment supports collaborative efforts among the nursing staff and the teams of physicians to increase communication, follow through, and enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction. This includes utilization of the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care, ensuring patient satisfaction and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. In addition, the essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50
100 pounds on a daily basis, as well as stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments. Please apply for any and all positions for which you feel qualified. If you do not apply for a specific position, you cannot be considered for the position . Exciting new opportunity to work weekends at a premium pay rate. This position requires staff to work 2, 12-hour shifts each weekend, consisting of two morning or two evening shifts (specific hours vary by unit and must fall within policy). Weekend Premium Pay ( WEPP ) staff accrue vacation leave totaling 4 weekends per year. Other benefits provided to WEPP staff include university credit for health insurance, basic life insurance, and 200% retirement contribution. Come join our amazing team and receive several of our exceptional full-time benefits while only working 2 shifts per week! Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate will be compassionate, honest, trustworthy, and have a strong work ethic. Must enjoy working in a team, but also be able to take direction and communicate effectively with staff, patients, and their family members independently. In addition, must also be confident and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment. Knowledge of CPR and basic concept of abnormal vital sign parameters is a must. Candidate will also need strong organizational, prioritization, basic computer navigation skills, and a working knowledge of the Internet. Valid American Heart Association ( AHA ) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider at time of hire is required. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Previous hospital experience is preferred. Deadline to Apply 10/05/2026 Our University Community We 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.

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