Nursing Care Technician/On-Call

High School

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Have one or more of the following:
1.) RN Nursing student who has completed the first clinical nursing course (class and clinical)of nursing school or
2.) A valid, current Kentucky State Registered Nursing Certificate (SRNA) or
3.) Experience as a military medic or
4.) ED ONLY: Emergency Medical Technician Certificate (EMT)or
5.) active LPN license or
6.) Nursing Care Technician (NCT) competencies through continuous employment in a NCT role at University of KY.

Required American Heart Association BLS/ CPR certification valid for a minimum of 6 months from hire date.

The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds occasionally and 25-50 pounds frequently; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.

While on orientation your shifts may vary due to Unit training.  Once you have completed and been released from your orientation period your schedule will reflect the shift you were hired into.  Please note that the first three days will be for your UK HealthCare employee orientation and that is onsite at Chandler Hospital from approx. 8:00am-5:00pm.

 

Must be able to work a variety of Day/Evening/Night shifts – Some weekends and holidays will be required. MUST BE ABLE TO WORK A MINIMUM OF 36 HOURS PER MONTH MINIMUM

This on call NCT position will be responsible for care within the Pediatric units. This position works one on one with 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.

The ideal candidate will be compassionate, honest, trustworthy, and have a strong work ethic. Must enjoy working in a team and also be able to take direction and communicate effectively with staff, patients and their family members. 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 working knowledge of the Internet.

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.

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.