To be eligible for this position, you must meet the following criteria: be currently enrolled in an accredited school of nursing; have satisfactorily completed the Junior year of a BSN program OR the 1st year of an ADN program; and have a 2.75 minimum nursing course GPA AND a 2.75 cumulative GPA.

To be eligible for this position, you must have satisfactorily completed the Junior year of a BSN program OR the 1st year of an ADN program.

Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support Certification.

The essential functions of this position require you to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 100 pounds on a daily basis; stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time; perform repetitive motions; and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with patients, caregivers, and staff at all levels.

36-40 hours/week. Days/evenings/nights, with some weekends and holidays. MUST BE FLEXIBLE and prepared to work preceptor’s schedule.

The University of Kentucky HealthCare (UKHC) Enterprise is seeking applicants for the position of Student Nurse Academic Practicum (SNAP). This is a paid 10-week clinical practicum to be completed from May 2018 to August 2018.

This practicum opportunity will provide the student nurse with the opportunity to be immersed in the “hands on” world of bedside nursing. The student nurse will function as a member of a nursing team, working with a nursing faculty advisor, and will be under the direct supervision of a designated RN nurse preceptor. This experience offers an extended opportunity for students to apply the knowledge they have learned thus far in their professional nursing program. In addition to clinical application, emphasis will be placed on critical thinking, management of responsibilities, skill proficiency development, and professionalism in the clinical setting.

The hired applicant must complete 300 clinical hours between May and August of 2018 to receive 3 course credit hours. It is up to each individual student to ensure these 300 clinical hours are obtained within the 10-week course. These 300 clinical hours are mandatory, and the program must be completed in its entirety for the student nurse to receive a passing grade. After completion of 300 clinical hours, the student nurse will receive 3 credit hours for an independent study course.

The SNAP program is the gateway for establishing a long-term career relationship with UKHC. Successful completion of the program will lead to receiving first priority consideration for employment opportunities at UKHC upon completion of nursing degree requirements. It is preferred that SNAP participants additionally complete mandatory integrated senior practicum (synthesis experience) at UKHC.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING A COMPLETED APPLICATION:

1. Complete and submit the online application on the UK Jobs Website
a. A resume is required to complete the online application.
b. A cover letter is required to complete the online application.
c. A completed questionnaire, found at this link is required to complete the online application. Please complete the questionnaire and click submit at the bottom of the page.
d. A completed faculty advisor form, found at this link , is required to complete the online application. Please copy and paste this link (https://ukhealthcare.uky.edu/medical-professionals/nursing/snap/advisor-form) in an email to your faculty advisor. When your faculty advisor completes and submits the online form, it will be emailed to Lois Lewis in UKHC Nurse Recruitment.
e. An official academic transcript is required to complete the SNAP application. You may upload an unofficial copy as part of the online application, however, if selected to interview for the position, an official transcript from the Registrar’s Office and containing your academic record through Fall 2017, must be submitted to Lois Lewis in UKHC Nurse Recruitment during your interview for your SNAP application to be considered complete.
f. Two completed reference forms are required to complete the SNAP application. The forms can be found at this link . Please copy and paste this link (https://ukhealthcare.uky.edu/medical-professionals/nursing/snap/reference-form) in an email to your chosen reference. When your reference completes and submits the online form, it will be emailed to Lois Lewis in UKHC Nurse Recruitment. References should include at least one clinical instructor, and should include a work supervisor if you have held or currently hold a job.

If you have question regarding this opportunity, please contact Lois Lewis at 859-257-6907 or [email protected].

The ideal candidate must have demonstrated critical thinking skills and must maintain a professional appearance and attitude in the clinical setting. Additionally, the hired candidate must complete 300 hours within the 10 week time period to receive 3 credit hours.

3.0 or higher nursing course GPA and a 3.0 or higher cumulative GPA preferred.

The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.

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.