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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 as a Patient Service Coordinator
Align your credentials to specialty occupation standards
Healthcare administration roles like Patient Service Coordinator typically require documented coursework or work history in health information management, medical billing, or clinical operations. Gather transcripts and employment records before approaching any designated sponsor about program eligibility.
Distinguish Intern from Trainee program eligibility
If you're currently enrolled in a degree program, the J-1 Intern category applies. If you've graduated within the past 12 months or have relevant post-secondary work experience, you qualify for the Trainee category instead. Applying under the wrong category delays your DS-2019 issuance.
Search specifically for host employers on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter for U.S. healthcare organizations actively hosting J-1 exchange visitors in administrative roles. Host employers are the facility where you work, not the designated sponsor, so finding the right host match is your first practical step.
Request a formal training plan from your host employer
Designated sponsors require a completed Training or Internship Placement Plan before issuing your DS-2019. Ask your prospective host employer early whether they've prepared this document before, since inexperienced hosts often underestimate how detailed the competency objectives need to be.
Check whether the 2-year home residency requirement applies
Some J-1 participants in healthcare-related fields are subject to a two-year home-country residency requirement after their exchange program ends. Whether this applies depends on your nationality, funding source, and whether your field appears on the Exchange Visitor Skills List maintained by the State Department.
Verify host employer compliance standing before accepting an offer
Before signing with a host organization, confirm they've worked with a State Department-designated sponsor before and understand their obligations under the exchange visitor program. Hosts unfamiliar with DS-2019 requirements or SEVIS reporting can jeopardize your program status mid-placement.
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Find Patient Service Coordinator JobsPatient Service Coordinator J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Patient Service Coordinator role?
Most candidates fall under the Trainee category, which covers professionals with a post-secondary degree or at least one year of work experience in health administration, medical records, or a related field. Current students completing a degree with a healthcare administration component may qualify under the Intern category instead. Your designated sponsor determines eligibility based on your specific background.
Who actually sponsors my J-1 visa for this type of role?
The visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, such as Cultural Vistas or CIEE, not your employer. The healthcare facility or clinic where you work is the host organization. The designated sponsor issues your DS-2019 form, monitors your program compliance, and reports your status to SEVIS. Your employer signs the training plan but does not sponsor the visa.
How do I find U.S. healthcare employers willing to host J-1 exchange visitors?
Not all healthcare facilities are experienced with hosting J-1 exchange visitors, so targeting the right employers from the start saves significant time. Migrate Mate lets you search for U.S. organizations in healthcare administration that have a record of working with international exchange visitors, filtering specifically for Patient Service Coordinator and related administrative roles where J-1 hosting is a realistic expectation.
Does the 2-year home residency requirement apply to healthcare administrative roles?
It can, depending on your country of nationality, whether government funding supported your exchange, and whether your field appears on the State Department's Exchange Visitor Skills List. Healthcare administration is sometimes listed for certain countries. If the requirement applies, you cannot change status to H-1B or get an immigrant visa without first returning home or obtaining a waiver from the State Department.
What documents does a host employer need to prepare before my DS-2019 can be issued?
The host employer must complete a Training or Internship Placement Plan detailing your learning objectives, supervision structure, weekly schedule, and the competencies you'll develop in the Patient Service Coordinator role. This plan goes to the designated sponsor for review before the DS-2019 is issued. Employers new to J-1 hosting often need guidance on how specific and measurable these objectives need to be.
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