Nurse Team Leader/Ambulatory/UKHC

University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleNurse Team Leader/Ambulatory/UKHCRequisition NumberRE54189Working TitleNurse Team Leader - Gastroenterology, Rheumatology and PulmonologyDepartment NameM3500: AMBULATORY MEDICINEWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level10Salary Range$28.00-39.10/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationBSNClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related ExperienceNo experience required.Required License/Registration/CertificationRegistered Nurse (RN) and must advance on UKHC Nursing Professional Advancement (NPA) within 6 months of hire and annual resubmission required throughout employment in this job title.Physical RequirementsThe 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.ShiftMonday – Friday, Day Shift; 8:30 am – 5:00 pm (40 hrs/wk)Job SummaryThe Medicine Specialties Clinic, Gastroenterology, Rheumatology, and Pulmonology, is seeking a Nurse Team Lead to manage daily clinic flow, provide direct patient care, as well as day-to-day oversight of nursing and clinical staff.

This position will work closely with the Nurse Manager, Practice Manager, and Medical Directors to oversee the daily activities of the divisions, operationalize ambulatory clinic issues, nursing directives, maintain appropriate staffing and scheduling, implement quality improvement measures, and ensure patient safety standards adherence. Additionally, the Nurse Team Lead will be responsible for creating the clinical team schedule, supporting clinical staffing, supporting clinical operations, and ongoing training of clinical team.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesBasic computer knowledge, MS Windows, Word, Outlook, clinical applications, communication, customer service and organizational skills.Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? YesPreferred Education/Experience2 or more years of experience preferred.Deadline to Apply05/04/2026Our University CommunityWe 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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Please indicate your years of paid employment experience in nursing.
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 2 years
   • More than 2 years, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years
2. * 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
3. * Please choose the answer that best describes your years of paid, full-time employment experience in supervising others.
   • None
   • More than 0, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
   • More than 5 years

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter

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