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Get Access To All JobsJob Title: Nurse Clinical/UKHC / PERIOPERATIVE CAS OR INTERNSHIP
Requisition Number: NR15046
Working Title: RN/PERIOPERATIVE INTERNSHIP/UK Center for Advanced Surgery
Department Name: H3140:Center for Advanced Surgery
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
ADN
Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
Active Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license, Temporary Work Permit (TWP), Provisional License or active compact state Registered Nurse (RN) license that is in good standing and American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider valid for at least 6 months after employment date.
Physical Requirements
The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis and 25-50 pounds frequently; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.
Shift
7:00 am – 3:30pm working a 1.0 fte throughout the internship. Will be assigned available shift based on department needs upon completion of internship.
Job Summary
The Perioperative Nurse internship is a six-month on the job training to perform limited scrub duties and extensive circulation duties in perioperative services. Previous RN experience excluding the OR is preferred, but new graduate RN’s are also encouraged to apply. Must agree to work a minimum of 18 months following completion of the perioperative internship. Hours of employment may be on any shift and on any day of the week.
Registered Nurses in the Center for Advanced Surgery (CAS) Operating Room (OR) at UK Chandler Hospital provide operating room care to pediatric, adult and geriatric patients. The Center for Advanced Surgery focuses on providing safe and efficient outpatient surgical care and treats patients in a variety of specialty areas including: ophthalmology; sports medicine and orthopedics; otolaryngology (ear, nose and throat); oral and maxillofacial; pain management; dental; as well as plastic, pediatric and general surgery.
The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties for Nursing Care Technicians (Nursing Assistant); and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. Furthermore, this environment supports collaborative efforts among the nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes. This includes utilization of the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care, ensuring patient satisfaction.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
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.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
BSN + AT LEAST 1 YEAR OF RN EXPERIENCE PREFERRED
Deadline to Apply
05/11/2026
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.
Job Title: Nurse Clinical/UKHC / PERIOPERATIVE CAS OR INTERNSHIP
Requisition Number: NR15046
Working Title: RN/PERIOPERATIVE INTERNSHIP/UK Center for Advanced Surgery
Department Name: H3140:Center for Advanced Surgery
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
ADN
Required Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
Active Kentucky Registered Nurse (RN) license, Temporary Work Permit (TWP), Provisional License or active compact state Registered Nurse (RN) license that is in good standing and American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support certification for the Healthcare Provider valid for at least 6 months after employment date.
Physical Requirements
The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis and 25-50 pounds frequently; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.
Shift
7:00 am – 3:30pm working a 1.0 fte throughout the internship. Will be assigned available shift based on department needs upon completion of internship.
Job Summary
The Perioperative Nurse internship is a six-month on the job training to perform limited scrub duties and extensive circulation duties in perioperative services. Previous RN experience excluding the OR is preferred, but new graduate RN’s are also encouraged to apply. Must agree to work a minimum of 18 months following completion of the perioperative internship. Hours of employment may be on any shift and on any day of the week.
Registered Nurses in the Center for Advanced Surgery (CAS) Operating Room (OR) at UK Chandler Hospital provide operating room care to pediatric, adult and geriatric patients. The Center for Advanced Surgery focuses on providing safe and efficient outpatient surgical care and treats patients in a variety of specialty areas including: ophthalmology; sports medicine and orthopedics; otolaryngology (ear, nose and throat); oral and maxillofacial; pain management; dental; as well as plastic, pediatric and general surgery.
The primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing total, comprehensive, continuous and patient centered care which includes: assessing, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, developing, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; training and delegating duties for Nursing Care Technicians (Nursing Assistant); and adhering to University policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. Furthermore, this environment supports collaborative efforts among the nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes. This includes utilization of the nursing process in conjunction with a comprehensive patient-centered plan of care, ensuring patient satisfaction.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
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.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
BSN + AT LEAST 1 YEAR OF RN EXPERIENCE PREFERRED
Deadline to Apply
05/11/2026
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship in Nurse Anesthetist
Verify your CRNA credentials transfer correctly
U.S. anesthesia programs require documented clinical hours and a qualifying nursing credential. Confirm your home-country nursing license and anesthesia training records are translated and notarized before approaching any host employer or designated sponsor.
Distinguish Trainee from Research Scholar categories
The Trainee category fits structured clinical training programs lasting up to 18 months. The Research Scholar category fits roles tied to academic medical centers conducting anesthesia research. Applying under the wrong category delays DS-2019 issuance and can void a host employer's offer.
Target academic medical centers and teaching hospitals
Teaching hospitals affiliated with anesthesiology residency programs are the most common host employers for J-1 Trainee and Research Scholar placements. Search Migrate Mate to identify U.S. employers actively hosting international clinical professionals in Nurse Anesthetist roles.
Understand the two-year home residency requirement
Many J-1 Nurse Anesthetist placements trigger the two-year home residency requirement, particularly when funded by a government or tied to a shortage specialty. Confirm your program's obligation with the designated sponsor before signing any training agreement.
Confirm your host employer will sign a training plan
Your designated sponsor cannot issue a DS-2019 without a signed training plan from the host employer. Request written confirmation early that the clinical site will complete this document, since some hospital HR departments are unfamiliar with J-1 host obligations.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating your stipend
J-1 Trainee stipends must meet DOL wage standards. Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for Nurse Anesthetist roles in your target metro before finalizing any offer, so you can flag underpayment before your DS-2019 application is submitted.
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Find Nurse Anesthetist JobsNurse Anesthetist J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category applies to Nurse Anesthetist roles?
Most Nurse Anesthetist placements fall under the Trainee category, which covers structured clinical or professional training programs for internationally educated healthcare professionals with at least one year of prior experience. If your role is embedded in an academic medical center and focused on anesthesia research, the Research Scholar category may apply instead. The designated sponsor makes the final determination based on your program design.
Who actually sponsors the J-1 visa for a Nurse Anesthetist position?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not the hospital or clinic where you work. Organizations like CIEE, Cultural Vistas, or a university-affiliated sponsor issue the DS-2019 form that authorizes your J-1 status. The hospital or clinical site is your host employer and signs the training plan, but it does not hold sponsor authority or submit your visa paperwork.
How do I find U.S. hospitals that host J-1 Nurse Anesthetists?
Use Migrate Mate to search for Nurse Anesthetist roles at U.S. employers with a history of hosting international clinical professionals. Teaching hospitals affiliated with anesthesiology programs are the most common host sites, but community hospitals with academic partnerships also participate. Prioritizing employers who already understand J-1 host obligations, including training plan completion, shortens your placement timeline significantly.
Does my J-1 Nurse Anesthetist placement trigger the two-year home residency requirement?
It depends on two factors: whether your training is funded by your home government and whether the occupation appears on your home country's Exchange Visitor Skills List. Anesthesia specialties frequently appear on these lists, making the two-year requirement common for internationally educated CRNAs. Your designated sponsor reviews your specific situation during the DS-2019 application process and will notify you if the requirement applies.
Can I work in a different clinical setting if my original host employer changes?
No, not without a formal program amendment. Your J-1 authorization is tied to the specific host employer and training plan approved by your designated sponsor. If the host site changes, the sponsor must issue an amended DS-2019 reflecting the new location and training objectives before you begin working there. Starting at an unapproved site puts your J-1 status at risk and can affect future visa eligibility.
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