SUMMER 2025 Student Nurse Academic Practicum (SNAP)/Externship/ON-CALL/UKHC

Job Title
SUMMER 2025 Student Nurse Academic Practicum (SNAP)/Externship/ON-CALL/UKHC


Requisition Number
DU12955


Department Name
H3270:Nursing Practice and Support Services


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Salary Range
$16.20


Type of Position
Temporary


Position Time Status
On Call


Required Education

To be eligible for this position, you MUST meet the following criteria: be currently enrolled in an accredited school of nursing; have satisfactorily completed the Junior year of a BSN program or First year of an ADN program and have a 2.75 minimum cumulative GPA.



Required Related Experience

To be eligible for this position, you must have satisfactorily completed the Junior year of a BSN program or the First year of an ADN program by end of spring semester 2025. If you will not satisfy the requirements of completion of Junior year standing in a BSN program or completion of your First year of an ADN program, you will not be considered for SNAP/Externship 2025. .



Required License/Registration/Certification

Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support for the Healthcare provider Certification valid for at least 6 months beyond the start date.



Physical Requirements

The essential functions of this position require you to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 100 pounds on a daily basis; stand, walk, and sit for long periods of time; perform repetitive motions; and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing with patients, caregivers, and staff at all levels.



Shift

Will be required to work 300 hours during Summer 2025, work full time hours (36 – 40 hours per week), depending on unit staffing needs. Days/evenings/nights, with some weekends and holidays. MUST BE FLEXIBLE and prepared to work preceptor’s schedule regardless of day of the week or shift.



Job Summary

The University of Kentucky HealthCare (UKHC) Enterprise is seeking applicants for the position of Student Nurse Academic Practicum (SNAP)/Externship. This is a paid clinical practicum to be completed from May 2025 – August 2025..

This practicum opportunity will provide the student nurse with the opportunity to be immersed in the “hands on” world of bedside nursing. The student nurse will function as a member of a nursing team, working under the direct supervision of a designated RN nurse preceptor/mentor. This experience offers an extended opportunity for students to apply the knowledge they have learned thus far in their professional nursing program. In addition to clinical application, emphasis will be placed on critical thinking, management of responsibilities, skill proficiency development, and professionalism in the clinical setting.

The hired applicant must complete 300 hours between May 2025 – August 2025. It is up to each individual student to ensure these 300 clinical hours are obtained within the course and documented with your nurse preceptor/mentor and Patient Care Manager who will be responsible for your time card. These 300 clinical hours are mandatory, and the program must be completed in its entirety. If for any reason the clinical hours are not being met, the SNAP will be separated from the program.

The SNAP/Externship program is the gateway for establishing a long-term career relationship with UKHC.
You will be given the opportunity to request your top three areas of choice; however, there is no guarantee of placement in a top choice area. Any and all SNAP/Externship experiences, regardless of area will be a rewarding clinical experience!

INSTRUCTIONS FOR SUBMITTING A COMPLETED APPLICATION:
Complete and submit the online application on the UK Jobs Website
You are required to upload an unofficial transcript copy as part of the online application.
* The following documents are REQUIRED to be submitted with your application for consideration:*

• Resume
• Unofficial Transcript/Academic Transcript
• Copy of CPR/BLS Card (Specific Request 1 Document)

You will be unable to submit the application unless these three documents are attached.

Please upload a copy of your CPR/BLS card EVENif it is expiring…..you will need to provide an updated CPR/BLS card at least 10 days prior to the start date.  If your CPR/BLS is expiring soon, please make plans now to renew as there will likely be a rush for re-certification near the summer months.
 
Please ensure that all required documents are submitted upon application.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The ideal candidate must have demonstrated critical thinking skills and must maintain a professional appearance and attitude in the clinical setting. Additionally, the hired candidate must complete 300 clinical hours.





Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

GPA of 3.0 or higher for Nursing and Cumulative preferred. Nursing cumulative GPA may be considered in placement decisions.



Deadline to Apply
01/31/2025


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