What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nursing Care Tech/On-Call/PER DIEM POOL position at Inside Higher Ed?
Job Title
Nursing Care Tech/On-Call/PER DIEM POOL
Requisition Number
DU14036
Department Name
H3270:Nursing Practice and Support Services
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$16.20 to $18.00/ HOURLY
Type Of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
On Call
Required Education
HS
Required Related Experience
0
Required License/Registration/Certification
Have one or more of the following:
The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push,
and pull 50-100 pounds occasionally and 25-50 pounds frequently; as well as
stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve
exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from
intractable patients or sharp instruments.
Shift
Hours are variable between days, evenings, nights with some weekend and holiday requirements. Preferred candidates will be able to work a variety of shifts. This position requires the ability to do unit orientation of up to approx. 20 hours per week on any shift for the first 3-5 weeks of employment. All new employees MUST also attend our on site New Employee Orientation for the first three days of employment.
Job Summary
The Nursing Care Technician in the Per Diem pool is a member of the team who is responsible for patient care, patient satisfaction and clinical outcomes. The NCT performs the duties for which they are trained, including providing comfort measures for the patient and notifying the RN when any change in the patient’s condition occurs. This position cover units at Chandler and Samaritan.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Previous experience as a nursing care tech strongly preferred.
Good communication skills, dependability
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Previous experience as a NCT preferred, or completion of Fundamentals of Nursing Class/Clinical. Must be able to attend orientation classes as well as unit orientations
Deadline To Apply
05/06/2026
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.
Nursing Care Tech/On-Call/PER DIEM POOL
Requisition Number
DU14036
Department Name
H3270:Nursing Practice and Support Services
Work Location:
Lexington, KY
Salary Range
$16.20 to $18.00/ HOURLY
Type Of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
On Call
Required Education
HS
Required Related Experience
0
Required License/Registration/Certification
Have one or more of the following:
- Kentucky Registered SRNA, for ED- KY Registered SRNA or EMT
- RN nursing student who has completed first fundamental course and a clinical
- LPN
The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push,
and pull 50-100 pounds occasionally and 25-50 pounds frequently; as well as
stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve
exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from
intractable patients or sharp instruments.
Shift
Hours are variable between days, evenings, nights with some weekend and holiday requirements. Preferred candidates will be able to work a variety of shifts. This position requires the ability to do unit orientation of up to approx. 20 hours per week on any shift for the first 3-5 weeks of employment. All new employees MUST also attend our on site New Employee Orientation for the first three days of employment.
Job Summary
The Nursing Care Technician in the Per Diem pool is a member of the team who is responsible for patient care, patient satisfaction and clinical outcomes. The NCT performs the duties for which they are trained, including providing comfort measures for the patient and notifying the RN when any change in the patient’s condition occurs. This position cover units at Chandler and Samaritan.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Previous experience as a nursing care tech strongly preferred.
Good communication skills, dependability
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? :
No
Preferred Education/Experience
Previous experience as a NCT preferred, or completion of Fundamentals of Nursing Class/Clinical. Must be able to attend orientation classes as well as unit orientations
Deadline To Apply
05/06/2026
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 : $16 - $18