<p>Job Summary</p> <p>Registered Nurses on the Adult Acute Pain Management Service at UK Chandler Hospital/Kentucky Children's Hospital provide care for patients of all ages suffering from acute or chronic pain or other physical complaints related to pain. The scope of pain management patients is diverse and includes patients with musculoskeletal conditions, various neuropathic disorders, cancer-related, post-surgical, trauma and illness-related pain. Our comprehensive pain service takes a patient and family-centered approach and works closely with partners in pharmacy, surgery, palliative care, psychiatry, physical therapy, and other complementary services to address the pain experience unique to adults and children.</p> <p>Adult Pain Management Service provides a comprehensive evaluation, including consultations, to reduce pain and discomfort to the greatest degree possible. As a part of this service, the RN serves as an important component of the multidisciplinary team and will work in close collaboration with the adult acute pain attending anesthesiologist. This team is responsible for the formulation of an individualized treatment plan to assist adults and children with acute or chronic pain manage their symptoms within the context of their daily lives.</p> <p>Skills / Knowledge / Abilities</p> <p>The ideal candidate will have the following: knowledge of Maslow's eight Basic Human Needs and the priority within Gordon's Functional Health Patterns Frame Work as well as Swanson's Caring model; superb direct patient care and critical thinking skills; basic computer navigation skills and working knowledge of the internet; ability to communicate in a professional and respectful manner with patients and their families, co-workers and physicians; and strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skill. The candidate will be highly motivated, pro-active and confident in advocating for patients and their family members. Will also enjoy working in a strong team environment and provides open, honest communication with fellow staff and physicians. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess exceptional technical skills and a proven ability to work in a team as well as independently.</p> <p>Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Preferred Education/Experience</p> <p>BSN + 2 YEARS RN EXPERIENCE PREFERRED</p> <p>Deadline to Apply 04/20/2026 Our University Community</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p> <p>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.</p>