APP Pediatric Surgery/UKHC
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Job overview
The pediatric surgical APP at the University of Kentucky collaborates with a multidisciplinary team to oversee patient care from clinic through surgery and discharge, providing support to patients, families, and the unit while maintaining evidence‑based practice and professional development.
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Compensation
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Hours Per Week
40
Number Of Positions
1
Job Description
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details Posting Details
Job TitleAPP Pediatric Surgery/UKHCRequisition NumberRE55492Working TitleDepartment NameMG37K:SURGERY-PEDIATRICSWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level15Salary Range$106,777-162,350/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationMSN for Nurse Practitioners or BS for Physician Assistants
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience1 yr
Required License/Registration/CertificationAdvanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Acute Care (CPNP-AC) certification or enrollment in post graduate certificate program within one year of hire or Physician Assistant-Certified (PA-C)
Physical 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.
Shift40 hours per week
Job SummaryThe pediatric surgical APP works in collaboration with a multidisciplinary health care team. The APP functions as a member of the surgical management team. In conjunction with the attending the APP will oversee care from clinic to OR/inpatient to discharge and throughout all aspects of the continuum of care. This position will be predominantly an inpatient role with some supportive clinic coverage.
As this is a pediatric service the APP will assist both with patient and family care and help support the whole unit as they move through the UK system. The APP has a strong foundation in evidenced based practice and education and ensuring an environment of safe quality care. This position requires systems thinking and high level of clinical skill.
The APP demonstrates an advanced level of medical and nursing knowledge, clinical and technical competency, sound clinical judgment, professionalism as it relates to interpersonal and general communication skills, timely and compliant documentation, and takes responsibility for ongoing professional development and competency validation.
Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesNone
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperienceActive Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Acute Care (ACNP/ CPNP-AC) preferred.
Deadline to Apply08/26/2026Our 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 QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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- Are you currently licensed by the state of Kentucky as a Nurse Practitioner or eligible to obtain license within the next nine months, or are you currently certified as a Physician Assistant by the (NCCPA) National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants or eligible to obtain certification within the next nine months? (In order to be eligible, applicant must have graduated from an accredited program or be scheduled to graduate within six months of the application.) - Yes
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- For Nurse Practitioner applicants, do you hold a current certification as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Primary Care (CPNP-PC) or a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Acute Care (CPNP-AC) or will you be enrolled in post graduate certificate program within one year of hire? - Yes
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I am a Physician Assistant
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Enrollment in post graduate certificate program
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- Please describe any relevant work history as it relates to the job duties. If none, please share why you are interested in this position. (Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents1. Resume
Optional Documents
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities
PI286614699
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
RE55492
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