What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Navigator/UKHC position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job Title
Nurse Navigator/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE52778
Working Title
Nurse Navigator
Department Name
M4000:Pediatrics Clinic
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
11
Salary Range
$54,080-95,056/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
1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification
Registered Nurse (RN) approved advanced national nursing certification required within 2 years of hire date
Physical Requirements
May include standing for greater than 5 hours at a time and possibly walking several miles per day. May require the ability to reach items above shoulder level and be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
Shift
Primarily Monday-Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends depending on departmental needs.
Job Summary
The Nurse Navigator will work with the patient and members of the clinical care team to help navigate their way to timely and quality care and to assist in overcoming any barriers to care.
This will include, but is not limited to, connecting them to resources and information to make informed decisions, providing education and emotional support, and coordinating team communications. The Nurse Navigator will assist the patient from initial diagnosis through diagnostic testing, treatment, and follow-up or end-of-life care.
The starting pay for this position was recently adjusted with the minimum annual rate set at $62,400.00/year. All pay rates will be based on the candidate’s experience.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will possess working knowledge of electronic health records for inpatient/outpatient. Strong knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office applications is encouraged.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
BSN 1 year of experience
Deadline To Apply
01/18/2026
Our University Community
We 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.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
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.
Nurse Navigator/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE52778
Working Title
Nurse Navigator
Department Name
M4000:Pediatrics Clinic
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
11
Salary Range
$54,080-95,056/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
1 yr
Required License/Registration/Certification
Registered Nurse (RN) approved advanced national nursing certification required within 2 years of hire date
Physical Requirements
May include standing for greater than 5 hours at a time and possibly walking several miles per day. May require the ability to reach items above shoulder level and be able to lift up to 25 pounds.
Shift
Primarily Monday-Friday, with occasional evenings and weekends depending on departmental needs.
Job Summary
The Nurse Navigator will work with the patient and members of the clinical care team to help navigate their way to timely and quality care and to assist in overcoming any barriers to care.
This will include, but is not limited to, connecting them to resources and information to make informed decisions, providing education and emotional support, and coordinating team communications. The Nurse Navigator will assist the patient from initial diagnosis through diagnostic testing, treatment, and follow-up or end-of-life care.
The starting pay for this position was recently adjusted with the minimum annual rate set at $62,400.00/year. All pay rates will be based on the candidate’s experience.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will possess working knowledge of electronic health records for inpatient/outpatient. Strong knowledge and experience with Microsoft Office applications is encouraged.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
BSN 1 year of experience
Deadline To Apply
01/18/2026
Our University Community
We 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.
The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.
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.
Salary : $54,080 - $95,056