Nurse Navigator/UKHC

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details

Job TitleNurse Navigator/UKHCRequisition NumberRE52994Working TitleNurse Navigator – Digestive Diseases & Nutrition Gastroenterology ClinicDepartment NameM3500: AMBULATORY MEDICINEWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level11Salary Range$54,080-95,056/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationBSNClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience1 yrRequired License/Registration/CertificationRegistered Nurse (RN) + approved advanced national nursing certification required within 2 years of hire datePhysical RequirementsThe physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting, standing, walking, with some pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects weighing up to 10lbs and occasional pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects up to 50lbs.ShiftMonday – Friday, Day Shift; primarily 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (40 hrs/wk); other hours/schedule as needed.Job SummaryThe Nurse Navigator will work with the members of the Gastroenterology Inflammatory Bowel Disease program clinical care team to help patients access timely, quality care and overcome 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 NN will assist the patient from initial diagnosis through diagnostic testing, treatment, and follow-up or end-of-life care.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesThe 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? NoPreferred Education/ExperiencePrevious experience in Gastroenterology.Deadline to Apply01/29/2026Our University CommunityWe 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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Are you currently licensed by the state of Kentucky as a Registered Nurse (RN) or eligible to obtain license by date of hire?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Are you aware that you will be required to obtain the advanced national nursing certification in area of expertise within 2 years of hire date?
   • Yes
   • No

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Resume

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