What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse Team Leader/Ambulatory/UKHC position at University of Kentucky and Careers?
Posting Details
Job Title
Nurse Team Leader/Ambulatory/UKHC
Requisition Number
RE53543
Working Title
Pediatric Specialty clinic- Nurse Team Leader Pediatric BMI, Pediatric ID and Pediatric Psychology
Department Name
M4000:Pediatrics Clinic
Work Location
Lexington, KY
Grade Level
10
Salary Range
$28.00-39.10/hour
Type of Position
Staff
Position Time Status
Full-Time
Required Education
BSN
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Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
Registered Nurse (RN) and must advance on UKHC Nursing Professional Advancement (NPA) within 6 months of hire and annual resubmission required throughout employment in this job title.
Physical Requirements
The ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.
Shift
Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.
Job Summary
Pediatric Specialty Clinic is seeking a Nurse Team Leader to manage nursing teams with the divisions of Pediatric BMI Clinic, Pediatric Infectious Disease, and Pediatric Psychology Clinic.
This position will manage daily clinic flow, provide direct patient care, as well as day to day oversight of nursing and clinical staff. In addition, this position will work closely with the division chief and providers to create, maintain, and implement clinical protocols and procedures to ensure continuity of care.
The Nurse Team Lead works closely with the Practice Manager and Nurse Clinical Manager to operationalize ambulatory clinic issues, nursing directives, scheduling templates, protocols, and staffing models.
This position will manage daily clinic flow, provide direct patient care, as well as day to day oversight of nursing and clinical staff. In addition, this position will work closely with the division chief and providers to create, maintain, and implement clinical protocols and procedures to ensure continuity of care.
The Nurse Team Lead works closely with the Practice Manager and Nurse Clinical Manager to operationalize ambulatory clinic issues, nursing directives, scheduling templates, protocols, and staffing models.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Basic computer knowledge, MS Windows, Word, Outlook, and clinical applications. Supervisor experience is preferred but not required.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
Yes
Preferred Education/Experience
BSN with one to two years’ experience preferred but not required.
Deadline to Apply
03/16/2026
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.
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 : $28 - $39