Stroke Transfer Coordinator/UKHC

Job Title
Stroke Transfer Coordinator/UKHC

Requisition Number
NR15364

Working Title
Stroke Transfer Coordinator/UKHC

Department Name
H7100:Neuroscience 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

3 years

Required License/Registration/Certification

Registered Nurse (RN) + National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIHSS) + Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)

Physical Requirements

Staff must be able to push/pull at least 50lbs. Staff must be able to provide excellent and efficient primary patient care in a transport setting (by ground in an ambulance, rotary aircraft or fixed-wing aircraft).

Shift

Must be able to work three, 12-hour, shifts per week from 7A -730P; will also be required to work some weekends and holidays.

Job Summary

The position of the Stroke Transfer Coordinator/UKHC is necessary for the safe, effective and efficient care of the patient. Currently managed in the Cardiovascular ICU only.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Critical thinking, attention to detail, flourishes in high pressure situations, able to effectively communicate with multidisciplinary teams.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

Stroke/neuroscience/ICU background

Deadline to Apply
09/15/2026

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