University of Kentucky Hiring for Staff Development Specialist/UKHC at Lexington, Kentucky Full Time

University of KentuckyEqual Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.Posting DetailsPosting Details Job Title Staff Development Specialist/UKHC Requisition Number NR11694 Working Title Nursing Staff Development Specialist Department Name H3270:Nursing Practice and Support Services Work Location Lexington Grade Level 12 Salary Range $62,400-111,634/year Type of Position Staff Position Time Status Full-Time Required EducationMSN or Master’s Degree in related field with accompanying Baccalaureate in NursingRequired Related Experience3 yearsRequired License/Registration/CertificationActive Kentucky or compact state RN license, Temporary Work Permit ( TWP ), o in good standing. American Heart Association BLS for the Healthcare Provider valid through at least 6 months from initial employment date also required.Physical RequirementsThe 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.ShiftPrimarily day shifts, 8-4:30pm but other hours as needed to cover the needs of the departmentJob SummaryThis position provides the necessary oversight, guidance, education and skills to onboard new clinical nursing staff and management of ongoing competency and professional development of nurses. The Staff Development Specialist will serve to meet enterprise-wide clinical nursing education requirements, including general nursing orientation within nursing services including, but not limited to inpatient and ancillary areas. Primary focus within Pulmonary Medicine ICU service lineThis position has been identified as supporting UK HealthCare, which receives funding from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services ( CMS ). Therefore, all individuals hired into this position must comply with the federal CMS mandate issued in March of 2022. This mandate requires all new hires to provide proof of COVID -19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. Start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID -19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesAssessmentTeaching and Learning knowledge baseSchedule coordinationConflict ResolutionCritical ThinkingDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/ExperiencePreferred experience in staff development and adult learning in a healthcare setting (or Master’s Degree in related field with Baccalaureate in Nursing) Previous experience within Nursing Staff Development or education preferred. ICU experience preferred. Previous experience in a large academic medical center, level 1 Trauma Center preferredDeadline to Apply 08/10/2023 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 – 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 check and/or drug screen.Posting Specific QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). 1. * Please indicate your current Nursing Educational Level. * New Graduate * Diploma * ADN * BSN * MSN * PhD or DNP 2. * Are you currently employed as a registered nurse at UK HealthCare Chandler/UK HealthCare Samaritan Hospitals? * Yes * No 3. * Please indicate your current licensure status. * None * Current KY RN License * Current compact state RN licensure * Current non-compact state RN licensure * New Graduate within 6 months or Provisional License * Valid KY Temporary Work Permit 4. * Where did you first see this position advertised? * UK Jobs Website * Employee Referral * Print Advertisement * On-line Advertisement * Military Connection Advertisement * Job Fair * “I’m Interested” page on Nurse Recruitment website * Facebook * HospitalCareers.com * InsideHigherEd.com * Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education) * HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium) * InsightIntoDiversity.com * Latinosinhighered.com * Indeed.com * LinkedIn.com * Institute for Diversity in Health Management * None of the Above 5. * University of Kentucky HealthCare seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK HealthCare Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork? * Yes * No 6. * The University of Kentucky considers the health, safety and well-being of our entire community to be a top priority. In alignment with this priority, all new hires must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination or obtain an approved medical or religious exemption as a condition of employment. For areas that fall under the federal CMS mandate, start of employment cannot occur until two weeks after receiving the full COVID-19 vaccination series or upon obtaining an approved exemption. Only vaccines approved by the World Health Organization can be accepted. I understand that I will be obligated to comply with the COVID-19 vaccination or exemption requirement prior to starting employment at the University of Kentucky. * Yes * No Applicant Documents Required Documents Optional Documents 1. Resume 2. Curriculum Vita 3. 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