Nurse Navigator/UKHC at University of Kentucky

Posted in Other 10 days ago.

Location: Lexington, Kentucky





Job Description:

University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details Posting Details

Job Title Nurse Navigator/UKHC
Requisition Number RE44107
Working Title Nurse Navigator - Cardiovascular Svcs
Department Name H7300: CARDIOVASCULAR
Work Location Lexington, KY
Grade Level 11
Salary Range $54,080-95,056/year
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status Full-Time
Required Education BSN
Click here for more information about equivalencies: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies
Required Related Experience 1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification Registered Nurse (RN) + approved advanced national nursing certification required within 2 years of hire date
Physical Requirements May include standing for greater than 5 hours at a time and possibly walking several miles per day. May require the ability to reach items above shoulder level and be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
Shift Primarily Monday-Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends depending on departmental needs.
Job Summary The Nurse Navigator will work with the patient and members of the clinical care team to help navigate their way to timely and quality care and to assist in overcoming any barriers to care. This will include, but is not limited to, connecting them to resources and information to make informed decisions, providing education and emotional support, and coordinating team communications. The NN will assist the patient from initial diagnosis through diagnostic testing, treatment, and follow-up or end-of-life care.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate will possess working knowledge of electronic health records for inpatient/outpatient. Strong knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office applications is encouraged.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience BSN + 1 year of experience with Cardiovascular patients
Deadline to Apply 05/05/2024
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. * Are you currently licensed by the state of Kentucky as a Registered Nurse (RN) or eligible to obtain license by date of hire?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Are you aware that you will be required to obtain the advanced national nursing certification in area of expertise within 2 years of hire date?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * 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)

  4. * 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
  5. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?
    • HigherEdJobs.com
    • Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
    • HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
    • InsightIntoDiversity.com
    • Latinosinhighered.com
    • HospitalCareers.com
    • Indeed.com
    • LinkedIn.com
    • Institute for Diversity in Health Management
    • A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
    • None of the Above

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents








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