Nurse Division Charge/UKHC/ TRAUMA/ 7P

Job Title
Nurse Division Charge/UKHC/ TRAUMA/ 7P

Requisition Number
NR14125

Working Title
Trauma Division Charge Nurse

Department Name
H7000:Trauma and Acute Care Surgery Services

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
11

Salary Range
$29.12-45.70/hour

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

BSN

Required Related Experience

2 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

Registered Nurse (RN)

Physical Requirements

lifting & repositioning patients. pulling & pushing beds, stretchers, chairs, patient equipment. Some sitting for administrative computer work

Shift

Must be able to work THREE, 12 HOUR, 7PM-730AM NIGHT SHIFTS, 36 HOURS /WEEK.
Will work some weekends and holidays as needed to provide coverage.

Job Summary

Trauma DCN will assist with patient flow through the continuum of care by working with HOA & physician teams. Provide added leader oversight for the service line on all shifts 24/7. Assist with monitoring quality measures & assuring joint commission readiness for all shifts. This position will also provide assistance with staff mentoring & educational support while on shift. The Trauma DCN will also be the first line of contact for service line when nursing leadership is not readily available.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

KBN RN licensure. Critical Care nursing. Trauma/surgical critical care preferred. ACLS & TNCC will be required

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

KBN RN licensure. Critical Care nursing. Trauma/surgical critical care preferred. ACLS & TNCC will be required

Deadline to Apply
11/23/2025

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