Physical RequirementsThe physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting, standing, walking, with some pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects weighing up to 10lbs and occasional pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects up to 50lbs.
ShiftMonday – Friday, Day Shift; primarily 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (40 hrs/wk); other hours/schedule as needed
Job SummaryThis position is located off-campus in Lexington, KY at UKHC Turfland.The Barnstable Brown Diabetes Center/Pediatric Endocrinology is seeking a nurse to assist with care coordination for our pediatric patient population.
They will help to coordinate all aspects of care for our patients, including monitoring and follow-up on testing, procedures, and medication access. They will work with a team of nursing staff to cover and triage incoming patient/parent messages, conduct patient education visits and injection appointments, and assist providers with clinic/patient needs. The ideal candidate will have a desire to help facilitate care for pediatric patients and families to help them have the best outcomes possible.
This position requires working with medical professionals under time and efficiency constraints in a busy ambulatory care setting with a patient-centered care focus on quality, safety, and service. A working knowledge of enterprise, nursing, departmental policies, protocols, and procedures is needed to be successful.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesBasic computer knowledge, MS Windows, Word, Outlook
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/ExperiencePrevious experience in pediatrics and/or endocrinology.
Deadline to Apply 08/20/2024
University Community of InclusionThe 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.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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