Patient Care Manager / UKHC / TRAUMA SERVICE LINE

Job Title :

Patient Care Manager / UKHC / TRAUMA SERVICE LINE

Requisition Number : NR14401

Working Title : Patient Care Manager

Department Name :

H7000 : Trauma and Acute Care Surgery Services

Work Location : Lexington, KY

Grade Level : 14

Salary Range :

$81,328-156,062 / year

Type of Position : Staff

Position Time Status :

Full-Time

Required Education : BSN

Required Related Experience :

3 yrs Manager experience

Required License / Registration / Certification :

Registered Nurse (RN) licensed in Kentucky without restrictions

Physical Requirements :

This position will require the ability to occasionally lift, push, and / or pull 50-100lbs; sitting / standing at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; repetitive motion; risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; occasional cuts, punctures, bloodborne / airborne pathogens; and occasionally dealing with combative / violent people.

Shift :

UK Hospitals operate on a 24 hour, 7 days / week basis. Shift will vary and include days, nights, evenings, weekends, and holidays per departmental needs.

Job Summary :

The Patient Care Manager (PCM) assumes 24 hour accountability for planning, supervising and evaluating the care of patients and Nursing practice. The primary responsibilities are to provide for the safe, effective, and efficient care of the patient as well as to direct the business, technical and nursing support activities of the unit. This individual is responsible for the successful management of

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities :

Must have advanced experience in trauma and surgical patients through the continuum of care

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :

Yes

Preferred Education / Experience :

Previous ICU Management experience preferred

Deadline to Apply : 11 / 21 / 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.

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.