University of Kentucky

Nurse Manager/Ambulatory/UKHC

University of Kentucky$76K — $111K *
Hospitals & Medical Centers
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required
  • Minimum of 3 years related nursing experience
  • Current Registered Nurse (RN) license
  • National nursing certification required within 1 year of hire
  • Strong communication skills with knowledge of oncology and chemotherapy agents

Responsibilities

  • Supervise nursing and clinical support staff in the Markey Cancer Center
  • Manage resources and ensure quality patient care
  • Update and maintain nursing standards and policies
  • Develop staff schedules and coverage plans
  • Conduct staff performance evaluations
  • Collaborate with practice manager for clinical improvements
  • Initiate resolution actions and oversee compliance with magnet-related designations

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health and wellness programs
  • Opportunities for professional development and continuing education
  • Supportive work environment
  • Potential for career advancement within a reputable institution
  • Day shift schedule promoting work-life balance
Full Job Description
Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title
Nurse Manager/Ambulatory/UKHC

Requisition Number
RE54931

Working Title

Department Name
M3030:Cancer Clinic Services

Work Location
Lexington, KY

Grade Level
12

Salary Range
$76,839-111,634/year

Type of Position
Staff

Position Time Status
Full-Time

Required Education

BSN

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

Required Related Experience

3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

Registered Nurse (RN) and a national certification to be obtained within 1 year of hire and maintained throughout employment in this job title. This national certification will require approval by nursing leadership.

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

Monday - Friday, Day Shift; 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (40 hours/week)

Job Summary

The Nurse Manager will supervise all designated nursing staff and other clinical support staff functions for clinics in the Markey Cancer Center. Ensuring appropriate management of resources and quality patient care are essential job duties for this position.

This includes: initiating actions for resolutions, maintaining nursing standards of care and magnet-related designations requirements as well as participating in updating policies and procedures. In addition, the positions will be responsible for ensuring adequate nursing staff and clinical support staff are available to care for patients, work with staff to develop schedules and coverage plans, act as a clinical and systems resource for staff, and complete designated staff performance evaluations.

The position will work directly with the practice manager and ambulatory nursing director for practice and clinical improvement and nursing initiative.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Strong communication skills; base/minimum knowledge of Oncology and Chemotherapy agents.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes

Preferred Education/Experience

Master's degree in Nursing preferred.

Deadline to Apply
07/26/2026

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