APP Pediatric Sleep Medicine/UKHC in Lexington, Kentucky at University of Kentucky

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job TitleAPP Pediatric Sleep Medicine/UKHC

Requisition NumberRE46581

Working TitleAPP Pediatric Sleep Center

Department NameMG34L:PEDS-PULMONARY

Work LocationLexington, KY

Grade Level14

Salary Range$81,328-156,062/year

Type of PositionStaff

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required EducationMSN 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 ExperienceNo experience required.

Required License/Registration/CertificationAdvanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C)

Physical RequirementsThe physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting, standing, walking, with some pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects weighing up to 10lbs and occasional pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects up to 50lbs.

ShiftMonday – Friday, Day Shift; primarily 8:00am – 5:00pm (40 hrs/wk); other hours/schedule as needed.

Job SummaryThe APP functioning within the pediatric Sleep Medicine ambulatory setting collaborates with and is an integral member of a multidisciplinary health care team.

The APP functions primarily in the sleep medicine clinic, managing the needs of pediatric patients with sleep disorders, including obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), narcolepsy, and insomnia. In some instances, the APP may have responsibilities for this same patient population in the consultative inpatient setting or serve as a resource for the inpatient care team. The APP is generally on a service-aligned team and manages the outpatient care with the team. The APP has a strong foundation in evidence-based practice and education and is responsible for ensuring an environment of safe, quality care.

The APP demonstrates advanced medical and nursing 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 / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceFor Nurse Practitioner applicants, Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) certification preferred.

Deadline to Apply08/07/2024University Community of InclusionThe 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 - 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 check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you currently licensed by the state of Kentucky as a Nurse Practitioner or eligible to obtain license within the next nine months, or are you currently certified as a Physician Assistant by the (NCCPA) National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants or eligible to obtain certification within the next nine months? (In order to be eligible, applicant must have graduated from an accredited program or be scheduled to graduate within six months of the application.)

• Yes
• No

1. * For Nurse Practitioner applicants, do you hold a current certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP) or Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)?

• Yes
• No
• I am a Physician Assistant

1. * University of Kentucky HealthCare seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK HealthCare Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?

• Yes
• No

1. * University of Kentucky HealthCare recognizes a set of values that guide us in our daily interactions. By applying for a position within UK Healthcare, you are indicating your commitment and expressing your agreement to our five values. These values are diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork. Please choose one of the UK Healthcare values and give a specific example when you exhibited this quality in your professional experience.
2. (Open Ended Question)
3. * Where did you first see this position advertised other than on UK's online employment system?

• HigherEdJobs.com
• Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
• HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
• InsightIntoDiversity.com
• Latinosinhighered.com
• HospitalCareers.com
• Indeed.com
• LinkedIn.com
• Institute for Diversity in Health Management
• A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
• None of the Above

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter