University of Kentucky

APP Neurology Inpatient/UKHC

University of Kentucky$105K — $177K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • MSN required for Nurse Practitioners or BS for Physician Assistants
  • APRN with ACNP certification required within one year of hire or PA-C certified
  • No prior experience required, making it accessible for new graduates
  • Strong foundation in evidence-based practice is essential
  • Demonstrated competence in clinical judgment and communication skills needed

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team in neurology
  • Manage day-to-day care of acute and chronically ill patients
  • Oversee patient care from step down to discharge
  • Ensure a safe environment for quality patient care
  • Participate in ongoing professional development and competency validation

Benefits

  • Rotating shifts from Monday through Sunday
  • Engagement within a supportive team environment
  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Work within an acute and critical care hospital setting
  • Involvement in evidence-based practice delivery
Full Job Description
Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title
APP Neurology Inpatient/UKHC

Requisition Number
RE55738

Working Title

Department Name
MG350: Neurology

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
15

Salary Range
$105,000-177,952/year

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

MSN for Nurse Practitioners or BS for Physician Assistants

Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification

Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (ACNP) certification within one year of hire or Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C)

Physical Requirements

Sitting, standing, some lifting

Shift

Monday through Sunday on a rotating basis

Job Summary

The neurology inpatient Advanced Practice Provider functions within the acute and critical care hospital setting and works in collaboration with, and is an integral member of, a multidisciplinary health care team. The APP functions in the inpatient setting managing the care of acute and chronically ill patients related to neurological diagnoses.

The APP is generally on a service aligned team and manages the day-to-day patient care from step down to discharge. The APP has a strong foundation in evidenced based practice and education and has a responsibility for ensuring an environment of safe quality care.

The APP demonstrates an advanced level of medical knowledge, clinical and technical competency, sound clinical judgment, professionalism as it relates to interpersonal and general communication skills, timely and compliant documentation, and takes responsibility for ongoing professional development and competency validation.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

N/A

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

N/A

Deadline to Apply
09/24/2026

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