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University of Kentucky

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

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitlePatient Care Manager Assistant/UKHCRequisition NumberNR14596Working TitlePatient Care Manager Assistant/UKHC/ MCC Surgical OncologyDepartment NameH7700: Cancer Services-Inpatient Pav AWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level12Salary Range$30.00-53.67/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationBSNRequired Related Experience1.5 yrsRequired License/Registration/CertificationRegistered Nurse (RN)Physical RequirementsMust be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff. Must be able to move about in a complex physical environment.ShiftTo ensure the best patient outcomes and a healthy work environment, 50% of hours worked are to be within the hours of 3pm-7am, and must include a minimum of 16 weekend hours in a 6 week schedule. Any modification of this requirement must be made at the discretion of the Nursing Operations Administrator/Service Line Nursing Director.Job SummaryThe Assistant Patient Care Manager (A-PCM) supports the patient care manager (PCM) whose human resource span of control exceeds acceptable UKHC standards. He/She will provide supervision, coaching, mentoring and opportunities for growth to nursing staff and assist in the day to day management of the nursing unit(s). The A-PCM assists with scheduling, payroll management, monitoring of staff competencies, evaluation of staff performance, and special projects as assigned by the PCM. He/she will serve as the manager for clerical staff as appropriate on the assigned unit(s). Increased supervision and staff coaching/mentoring is associated with decreased staff turnover and improved patient outcomes.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesBLS plus unit specific competencies/certifications such as PALS, ACLS, etcDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? YesPreferred Education/Experience3-4 years of clinical experienceDeadline to Apply01/20/2026Our 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 current Nursing Educational Level.
   • New Graduate
   • Diploma
   • ADN
   • BSN
   • MSN
   • PhD or DNP
2. * Are you currently employed at UK HealthCare Chandler or Good Samaritan Hospitals?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Are you currently certified to administer Chemotherapy?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Please choose the answer that best represents your years of paid, full-time employment in healthcare management.
   • 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

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

Optional Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter

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