
Patient Care Manager/UKHC in Georgetown, KY
Job Description
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details Posting Details Job TitlePatient Care Manager/UKHCRequisition NumberNR14653Working TitlePatient Care Manager/ Perioperative Services (Endoscopy)Department NameH3320:Perioperative ServicesWork LocationLexington, KyGrade Level14Salary Range$81,328-156,062/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationBSNRequired Related Experience3 yrsRequired License/Registration/CertificationRegistered Nurse (RN)Physical RequirementsThis 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.ShiftUK hospitals operate on a 24-hour, 7-day a week basis. As an exempt level employee, shift will vary and include days, nights, evenings, weekends and holidays per departmental needs.Job SummaryThe 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 Perioperative Services (Endoscopy) within the UK Healthcare Enterprise.
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 clinic. This individual is responsible for successful management.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesFiduciary Responsibility
Supervision
Conflict Resolution
Management of resources
Evaluation of Staff Performance
Customer Service
Communication
Problem Solving
Delegation
Establishes unit standards, policies and proceduresDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? YesPreferred Education/ExperienceMSN preferredDeadline to Apply02/04/2026Our 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.
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Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
• * Please indicate your current Nursing Educational Level.
• New Graduate
• Diploma
• ADN
• BSN
• MSN
• PhD or DNP
• * Are you currently employed as a registered nurse at UK HealthCare Chandler/UK HealthCare Samaritan Hospitals?
• Yes
• No
• * Please indicate your current licensure status.
• None
• Current KY RN License
• Current compact state RN licensure
• Current non-compact state RN licensure
• New Graduate within 6 months or Provisional License
• Valid KY Temporary Work Permit
• * Where did you first see this position advertised?
• UK Jobs Website
• Employee Referral
• Print Advertisement
• Job Fair
• InsideHigherEd.com
• HigherEdJobs.com
• Diverse Issues in Higher Education
• Oneclick.jobtarget.com
• Indeed.com
• Other On-line/Media Advertisement
• A Colleague, Friend, and/or Family member
• None of the above
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
• Resume
Optional Documents
• Cover Letter
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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Job Details
Medical Speciality
SurgeryPerioperative Care
Employment Type
Full-time
Required License
RN (Registered Nurse)
Work Setting
HospitalClinic
About University of Kentucky
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