Nurse Researcher Assessor/Auditor

University of Kentucky   Lexington, KY   Full-time     Nursing
Posted on May 15, 2024
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Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title

Nurse Researcher Assessor/Auditor

Requisition Number

RE45391

Working Title

Department Name

40502:Institute for Biomedical Informatics

Work Location

Bowling Green, KY

Grade Level

46

Salary Range

$24.76-40.84/hour

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

ADN

Click here for more information about equivalencies:

https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience

6 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

Registered Nurse (RN)

Physical Requirements

Extended periods of standing and/or sitting. Traveling long distances via car.

Shift

Days; Monday – Friday. Some evenings and weekends as required (Exempt/Hourly position; 40 hours/week).

Job Summary

The Institute for Biomedical Informatics ( IBI) has contracted with the Cabinet for Health and Family Services, Department for Medicaid Services ( DMS) to create a team of licensed Registered Nurses that will perform assessments utilizing the Home and Community Based ( HCB) waiver assessment tool for the frail and elderly population and physically disabled. This position will identify, develop and present information educating professional staff, families and individuals seeking HCB Services while also making sound independent determinations as to the level of care and services needed for this vulnerable population.

The majority of in-home assessments will be based in Warren County, but you may be asked to complete in-home assessments in surrounding counties. You will receive mileage reimbursement and will be given flexibility when scheduling in-home assessments to meet both your needs and client needs.

Please only apply if you are in or near the Warren County area. There are multiple postings with various locations across the State of Kentucky.

As a perk, we can guarantee NO overtime, and you would be expected to only work 40 hours each week. We value work-life balance and want you to have the flexibility you need to do both. As a University of Kentucky employee, you will be entitled to amazing health insurance options, employee discounts, and a 200% retirement match! Starting your first day, you will annually accrue 3 weeks of paid vacation, 12 sick days, and 10 holidays.

Apply today and see why we were named among the nation's top 10 large employers by Forbes magazine!

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Knowledge of physical and psychological development. Excellent analytical and decision making skills. Ability to communicate effectively and interact with physically disabled and elderly individuals. Ability to travel throughout the state on a regular basis with the ability to travel out-of-state for overnight trips upon occasion.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

Prefer experience working with the elderly and physically disabled. Driver's license is highly desired.

Deadline to Apply

05/28/2024

University Community of Inclusion

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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. * Do you have a current Kentucky Registered Nurses license or are you eligible to obtain one by date of hire?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * How many years of experience do you have working with the elderly and/or physically disabled?
    • None
    • More than 0, up through 1 year
    • More than 1 year, up through 3 years
    • More than 3 years, up through 5 years
    • More than 5 years
  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
    • Indeed.com
    • A Colleague, Friend and/or Family Member
    • UK Job Fair
    • None of the Above
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
Optional Documents
  1. Cover Letter