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Job Title Nursing Assistant/On-Call/UKHC/ESH Requisition Number NR13437 Working Title Nurse Clinical/On-Call/UKHC/ESH Department Name H1030:ESH Nursing Administration and Support Work Location Lexington, Ky Grade Level 05 Salary Range $15.00-22.60/hour Type of Position Staff Position Time Status On Call Required Education HS Required Related Experience No experience required. Required License/Registration/Certification None Physical Requirements The 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. Shift Shift may vary and include days, nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays per departmental needs Job Summary Assists with the implementation and operation of programs within an adult psychiatric facility. Assists in providing age appropriate and specific needs, treatment services, and performs related tasks as required. Provides direct patient care by planning, organizing and implementing psychiatric rehabilitation activities. Assists in escort of patients to and from activities. Assists in screening and basic assessment of patients. Provides documentation and keeps records of patient behavior. Assists in supervision of patients during treatment/support activities. May lead/co-lead activities groups in Recovery Mall. May drive hospital vehicles and supervise patients during outings. Implements hospital and departmental policies, procedures, rules and regulations in assuring a safe, therapeutic environment. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate will have excellent attention to detail; basic computer usage skills, organizational skills; the ability to follow instructions, work independently, strong safety and cleanliness awareness skills; and the ability to lift, push, and/or pull 50lbs and over. Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No Preferred Education/Experience Previous healthcare experience and CPR certification preferred Deadline to Apply 01/12/2025 Our University Community We 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.

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