Full-Time
APRN Day Hospitalist
Updated on 9/9/2026
UofL Health
1,001-5,000 employees
Regional academic health system with hospitals
No salary listed
Shepherdsville, KY, USA
In Person
May float between different hospital branches to fill staffing gaps.
Master's
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- A Master of Nursing degree from an accredited institution is required.
- Current Kentucky licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse is required.
- National certification as an Adult Nurse Practitioner, Emergency Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, or Acute Care Nurse Practitioner is required.
- A current unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration certificate is required.
- Current Basic Life Support certification is required.
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification is required.
- The candidate must assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care across the patient age span.
- The candidate must communicate effectively in verbal and written formats.
- The candidate must critically think through complex patient situations, process improvements, and evidence-based practice.
- The candidate must assist others in developing clinical reasoning skills.
- The candidate must maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive data.
- The candidate must adhere to organizational and department-specific safety standards and guidelines.
- Deliver comprehensive outpatient care to adult and senior patients.
- Maintain accurate medical records and documentation.
- Diagnose and manage moderately complex to complex medical conditions.
- Coordinate referrals and collaborate with specialists.
- Participate in clinical quality improvement programs.
- Work with interdisciplinary teams to ensure excellent patient care.
- Exercise independent clinical judgment in patient management.
- Demonstrate commitment to service, organizational values, and professionalism through appropriate conduct and demeanor.
- Work collaboratively and support the efforts of team members.
- Provide exceptional customer service and interact effectively with physicians, patients, residents, visitors, staff, and the broader health care community.
- Honor and care for the dignity of all persons in mind, body, and spirit.
- Ensure high-quality care for those served.
- Improve continuously by listening and responding to feedback.
- Seek new and better ways to meet the needs of those served.
- Use organizational resources wisely and understand how the role contributes to UofL Health's success.
UofL Health is a not-for-profit regional academic health system serving Louisville and surrounding areas with nine hospitals, four medical centers, specialty centers like Brown Cancer Center and Eye Institute, and over 250 physician practice locations with 1,200+ providers. It operates through an integrated network of hospitals, centers, and outpatient clinics that deliver patient-centered care and coordinate among physicians, nurses, pharmacists, and other professionals. Affiliated with the University of Louisville School of Medicine, the system conducts clinical trials and collaborates on research to develop new technologies and treatments, with access to care expanded through a partnership with Carroll County Memorial Hospital. With more than 14,000 team members, its goal is to transform the health of the communities it serves by providing compassionate, high-quality care and access to advanced medical options.
Company Size
1,001-5,000
Company Stage
Grant
Total Funding
$16M
Headquarters
Louisville, Kentucky
Founded
2019
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- August 2026 Bullitt County Brown Cancer Center opens, adding 30 jobs.
- August 2026 food-as-medicine partnership reduced ER visits 5% among 2,900 patients.
- April 2026 NIH renewed $11.5 million cancer immunotherapy funding through 2031.
What critics are saying
- November 2025 layoffs cut less than 1% of staff, signaling margin pressure.
- March 2026 Reno lawsuit keeps disability and FMLA termination risk in court.
- Surgeon resistance to block releases can erode OR gains and slow adoption systemwide.
What makes UofL Health unique
- UofL Health pairs academic research with Brown Cancer Center clinical trials and care.
- August 2026 anesthesia standardization across 59 ORs saved $1.5 million monthly.
- November 2025 Urgent Care Plus and Bullitt County expansion widen Kentucky access.
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Benefits
Paid Vacation
401(k) Company Match
Free tuition to UofL for part- and full-time employees & for child/spouse/domestic partner
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↑ 0%UofL Health saves $1.5M monthly on anesthesia. By Zarina Othman August 31, 2026 UofL Health has cut its monthly anesthesia costs by $1.5 million after standardizing operations across 59 operating rooms in Louisville. The health system also recaptured more than 517,000 minutes of blocked OR time and handled 400 additional cases year-over-year, according to officials who spoke with Healthcare Innovation. Finding the problems. The initiative grew from frustration with inconsistent scheduling practices. Dr. Chad Mathis, chief medical officer at UofL Health-Louisville, said the system was not trusting data coming out of its electronic medical records. "There were inconsistent ways that we were measuring things at each location," he explained. Those gaps created ripple effects across staffing, utilization, and the bottom line. Separate scheduling mechanisms at different sites made it hard to move cases efficiently or predict block availability. Some surgeons held time they were not using while others struggled to find open slots. Building a new system. UofL Health partnered with LeanTaaS and deployed the iQueue platform. The health system also centralized its OR scheduling team and worked with IT partners to create a single standardized booking form. A steering committee made up of representatives from across the organization defined key parameters: prime-time utilization thresholds, turnover expectations, and block release rules. Mathis said that committee became essential for working through pushback from doctors who were protective of their scheduled time. "We made a conscious decision to decrease locums' coverage, which was an exorbitant expense between the anesthesiologists and the CRNAs," Mathis said. "Then we were able to maximize our block utilization." Once the block structure changed, staff began releasing unused time. Other surgeons could then book those slots, which helped build buy-in across the medical staff. "Once those blocks are released, people are coming back into the operating room and finding time to book their cases that they couldn't get otherwise," Mathis said. Measuring the results. Case volume grew 4 percent year-over-year, adding more than 400 cases to the schedule. Primetime utilization climbed 3 percent. The system recaptured 517,875 minutes of blocked time that would otherwise have sat empty. The biggest financial win came from anesthesia. By filling released blocks with additional cases, the health system reduced reliance on costly locum tenens coverage. That brought monthly anesthesia spending down by $1.5 million. The gains did not come without friction. Mathis said he was surprised by how long it took to convince some surgeons to release their time. The steering committee worked through those concerns over months, emphasizing transparency and data access. Advice for other health systems. Mathis recommends that leaders pursue such changes by engaging surgeons, IT staff, and vendors early. Consulting the CEO matters too. At UofL Health, Dr. Smith launched the project when he served as chief medical officer and has stayed involved as CEO. "Having that type of leadership and partnership really is key to making this work," Mathis said. The health system continues to monitor utilization and adjust block schedules based on demand. Regular conversations with surgeons about their data and ongoing steering committee governance keep the system aligned with actual surgical volume.
UofL Health completes $25 million Brown Cancer Center in Bullitt County. August 28, 2026 New facility along I-65 will expand cancer treatment, clinical trials and rural health research while creating 30 jobs. BULLITT COUNTY, Ky. - UofL Health has completed construction of a new $25 million Brown Cancer Center at South Hospital, expanding access to cancer treatment and research for patients across South, Central and Western Kentucky. The 26,440-square-foot, two-story facility, located along the growing Interstate 65 corridor in Bullitt County, is scheduled to begin seeing patients Sept. 14. The project has created 30 new jobs. The facility also will be home to the University of Louisville's new Center for Rural Cancer Education and Research, which will focus on improving cancer prevention, screening, treatment access and patient outcomes in rural Kentucky communities. "This new center is a significant step forward in bringing high-quality cancer care, research and education closer to the people who need it most," Kentucky Sen. Mike Nemes said. "For rural Kentucky families, access to innovative treatments, clinical trials and screenings closer to home can make a real difference." The new center is located directly off I-65 at Exit 121 and is designed to serve as a regional base for extending cancer services throughout Kentucky, particularly in rural areas where patients may otherwise travel significant distances for treatment. Funding support from the Kentucky General Assembly helped make possible the expansion of cancer screenings, education, research and community outreach associated with the project. Gov. Andy Beshear said the investment should allow more Kentuckians to receive cancer treatment closer to where they live. "Because of the new Brown Cancer Center at South Hospital, more Kentuckians facing cancer can get the care they need close to home," Beshear said. "Instead of spending hours in the car driving to and from appointments, they get that time back to spend with their family and friends, doing what they love." The facility includes 16 private dual-purpose infusion and examination rooms, an on-site laboratory, an oncology pharmacy and space dedicated to clinical trials and translational cancer research. A patient resource center will offer services including financial counseling and navigation, psychotherapy and social work, nutritional support, massage therapy, art therapy, wigs and scarves. The center also includes 10 private research offices, video conferencing spaces, a flexible meeting room for support groups and community programs and a patient lounge. The University of Louisville's Center for Rural Cancer Education and Research will use the new location to study cancer outcomes, screening and access to care. Researchers also plan cancer epidemiology studies aimed at better understanding why Kentucky continues to experience some of the nation's highest cancer rates. "With the opening of the $25 million Brown Cancer Center at South Hospital, the University of Louisville and UofL Health aim to take on Kentucky's standing as the state with the highest cancer death rate and provide better access to care for residents of rural communities," UofL President Gerry Bradley said. Kentucky's cancer mortality rate is 175.6 deaths per 100,000 people, according to information provided by UofL Health. More than 10,000 Kentuckians die from cancer annually, while cancer-related health care costs in the state total an estimated $2.74 billion each year. Productivity losses associated with illness and premature deaths add another estimated $3.1 billion annually. Jason Chesney, M.D., Ph.D., director and chief administrative officer of the Brown Cancer Center, said the organization has established a goal of reducing Kentucky's cancer death rate by 50% by 2035. "Our new rural cancer center brings cutting-edge cancer care and lifesaving clinical trials closer to more Kentuckians," Chesney said. The Bullitt County facility becomes the fourth Brown Cancer Center location in Kentucky. In 2023, Brown Cancer Center oncologists treated patients from nearly every Kentucky county, including more than 15,000 outpatient encounters involving patients from South, Central and Western Kentucky. The new location will use a multidisciplinary model involving surgical, medical and radiation oncologists, nurse navigators and other specialists to develop individualized treatment plans. "Today, UofL Health delivers on its commitment to bring the best in cancer care closer to more Kentuckians," UofL Health CEO Jason Smith, M.D., Ph.D., said. "It's a state-of-the-art building, but even more impressive is the Brown Cancer Center team, all working together to ensure our patients are getting the most advanced knowledge and care available." The center is expected to have a significant impact for Bullitt County as well as patients traveling from more distant parts of the state. Bullitt County Judge-Executive Jerry Summers said the importance of having advanced cancer care nearby is personal. Summers recalled traveling repeatedly to downtown Louisville while caring for his father during his battle with cancer. "To now have this exceptional level of care close to home is an absolute blessing," Summers said. Patients with lung, melanoma and gynecologic cancers are scheduled to begin receiving care at the center Sept. 14. UofL Health expects to treat all solid tumor types at the location by November, with blood cancer services beginning in January. The project also represents another major health care investment along the I-65 corridor south of Louisville, an area experiencing continued residential and commercial growth. UofL Health has created 30 jobs to support the new cancer center. More information about the Brown Cancer Center and its services is available through UofL Health's Brown Cancer Center website. Employment opportunities are available through UofL Health Careers. For anyone interested in a naming opportunity at the new location, email [email protected]. Donations can be made at: Give.UofLHealthFoundation.org/fenwick.
Healthy food helps Kentucky patients stay out of the hospital, national study shows. LOUISVILLE, KY (August 24, 2026) - Access to nutritious food is one of the most powerful tools for improving health, and a nationally recognized Food as Medicine initiative is demonstrating just how impactful that connection can be. Dare to Care Food Bank, in partnership with the Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation, is helping improve health outcomes across Kentuckiana through its prescription pantry program, which connects patients experiencing food insecurity with nutritious food and nutrition support as part of their overall health care. The program is part of Feeding America's Food as Medicine 3.0 initiative, one of the nation's largest evaluations of food bank and health care partnerships. Locally, the investment has enabled Dare to Care to strengthen partnerships with health care providers, including UofL Health and Family Health Centers. In total, 2,900 patients were screened for food insecurity during medical visits and connected to healthy groceries through Feeding America's prescription pantry program. In Kentuckiana, the results showed significant improvement in outcomes: * A 5% reduction in emergency room visits compared with the baseline period. * A 13% reduction in the number of participants who delayed or skipped medical care because of cost. * A 7% reduction in food insecurity among participants. * A 9% improvement in nutrition security, meaning participants reported more consistent access to healthy, nutritious food. "Food is health," said Vincent James, President and CEO of Dare to Care." When a physician can identify that a patient is struggling to access nutritious food and immediately connect them with healthy groceries, we're addressing one of the root causes of poor health. Together, we're nourishing the whole person, giving neighbors the foundation that they need to better manage their health, care for their families and truly thrive." Unlike traditional emergency food assistance, the prescriptive pantry program integrates food into a patient's care plan. Health care providers refer eligible patients to the program, which supplies nutritious food that supports chronic-condition management and reduces barriers to healthy eating. The program reflects a growing recognition that addressing food insecurity is essential to improving community health. Research consistently shows that individuals facing food insecurity are more likely to experience chronic illnesses such as diabetes and hypertension, as well as increased stress and anxiety. Consistent access to nutritious food can help improve disease management, strengthen overall well-being and reduce preventable health care utilization. "Food is a building block of whole-person health - it directly influences the physical, behavioral and social factors that shape a person's ability to get and stay healthy," said Dr. Mark Mugavin, Anthem Kentucky medical director. "The Food as Medicine 3.0 data show the downstream impact of meeting that need: access to healthy, culturally relevant food better equips people to manage chronic conditions, avoid preventable emergency department visits and hospitalizations, and support their overall health." Food banks have become trusted partners in the health care system by connecting neighbors with nutritious food, nutrition education and community resources that support whole-person care. Through these partnerships, patients receive healthy groceries and guidance that help them develop lasting healthy eating habits. As demand for food assistance continues to rise across Kentuckiana, Dare to Care remains committed to expanding innovative partnerships that improve both food security and health outcomes. To learn more about Dare to Care's prescription pantry program and other programming, visit www.daretocare.org.
Paul Hornung Award watch list. Paul Hornung 2026 award watch list. Now in its 17th season, the Paul Hornung Award is presented annually by the Louisville Sports Commission to the most versatile player in major college football. The award honors the legacy of the late football legend and Louisville native Paul Hornung. This year's winner and his family will be honored in March 2027 at the annual Paul Hornung Award Dinner presented by UofL Health at the Galt House Hotel in downtown Louisville. Past Winners 2025: KC Concepcion (WR/RS, Texas A&M) 2024: Travis Hunter (WR/CB, Colorado) 2023: Travis Hunter (WR/CB, Colorado) 2022: Jack Colletto (QB/FB/LB/ST, Oregon State) 2021: Marcus Jones (CB/WR/RS, Houston) 2020: DeVonta Smith (WR/RS, Alabama) 2019: Lynn Bowden Jr. (QB/WR/RS, Kentucky) 2018: Rondale Moore (WR/RS, Purdue) 2017: Saquon Barkley (RB/RS, Penn State) 2016: Jabrill Peppers (QB/WR/RB/LB/DB/RS, Michigan) 2015: Christian McCaffrey (RB/RS, Stanford) 2014: Shaq Thompson (RB/LB/S, Washington) 2013: Odell Beckham Jr. (WR/RS, LSU) 2012: Tavon Austin (WR/RB/RS, West Virginia) 2011: Brandon Boykin (WR/CB/RS, Georgia) 2010: Owen Marecic (FB/LB, Stanford)
UofL Health strikes Gold with multiple national quality achievement awards for stroke care. LOUISVILLE, Ky. - Four UofL Health facilities have received Get With The Guidelines(R)- Stroke quality achievement awards through the American Heart Association. These awards recognize the hospitals' commitment to ensuring stroke patients receive the most appropriate treatment according to nationally recognized, research-based guidelines, ultimately leading to more lives saved and reduced disability. The distinctions awarded are: * UofL Health - UofL Hospital: Get With The Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite Plus with Target: Type 2 Diabetes(TM) Honor Roll * UofL Health - Mary & Elizabeth Hospital: Get With The Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite with Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll * UofL Health - Jewish Hospital: Get With The Guidelines - Stroke Gold Plus with Target: Stroke Honor Roll with Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll * UofL Health - Shelbyville Hospital: Get With The Guidelines - Rural Stroke Bronze This instance marks the first time all three UofL Health stroke centers - UofL Hospital, Jewish Hospital and Mary & Elizabeth Hospital - have simultaneously earned Gold Plus distinctions and received recognition on Target: Stroke Honor Roll and Target: Type 2 Diabetes Honor Roll. Additionally, Jewish Hospital earned a Gold Plus distinction for the first time, and Shelbyville Hospital received stroke care recognition for the second consecutive year. "These recognitions reflect the outstanding dedication, collaboration and commitment of our comprehensive teams to providing exceptional, evidence-based stroke care," said Brandi Voigt, MHA, EMT-P, CPPS, system director of stroke care for UofL Health. "Get With The Guidelines programs help our teams put proven science into practice every day, supporting better outcomes so more people in Kentucky and Indiana can live longer, healthier lives." Get With The Guidelines puts the expertise of the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association to work for hospitals nationwide, helping ensure patient care is aligned with the latest research and evidence-based guidelines. Get With The Guidelines - Stroke is an in-hospital program for improving stroke care by promoting consistent adherence to these guidelines, which can minimize the long-term effects of a stroke and even prevent death. Each year, program participants qualify for the award by demonstrating how their organization has committed to providing quality care for stroke patients. In addition to following treatment guidelines, Get With The Guidelines participants also educate patients to help them manage their health and recovery at home. To qualify for the Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite and Elite Plus recognitions, hospitals must meet specific criteria that reduce the time between an eligible patient's arrival at the hospital and treatment with thrombolytic therapy. The American Heart Association's Target: Type 2 Diabetes(TM) Honor Roll award signifies UofL Health's ability to ensure patients with Type 2 diabetes, who might be at higher risk for complications, receive the most up-to-date, evidence-based care when hospitalized due to stroke. "These awards reflect UofL Health's commitment to caring for people in their community who need cardiovascular care," said Karen E. Joynt Maddox, M.D., MPH, chair of the American Heart Association Quality Oversight Committee. "By following the American Heart Association's quality improvement protocols, UofL Health can help advance our shared vision of better patient outcomes, fewer readmissions and lower mortality rates - a win for patients, families and healthcare systems." Stroke care at UofL Health. When it comes to strokes, time saved is brain saved. It's crucial to know the signs and symptoms of a stroke, which are marked by the acronym BE FAST. If you or a loved one are experiencing symptoms of a stroke, UofL Health - Emergency Care is here for you with seven emergency departments open 24/7. Its stroke experts with UofL Health - Brain & Spine Institute are committed to helping prevent and treat strokes. Several UofL Health hospitals have premier designations and specially trained staff to care for stroke patients, including: * UofL Hospital, Kentucky's first Joint Commission-certified Comprehensive Stroke Center * Jewish Hospital, a Primary Stroke Center * Mary & Elizabeth Hospital, a Primary Stroke Center Article by: UofL Health UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with nine hospitals, four medical centers, Brown Cancer Center, Eye Institute, nearly 200 physician practice locations, and more than 1,000 providers in Louisville and the surrounding counties, including southern Indiana. Additional access to UofL Health is provided through a partnership with Carroll County Memorial Hospital. Affiliated with the University of Louisville School of Medicine, UofL Health is committed to providing patients with access to the most advanced care available. This includes clinical trials, collaboration on research and the development of new technologies to both save and improve lives. With more than 14,000 team members - physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly-skilled health care professionals, UofL Health is focused on one mission: to transform the health of communities UofL Health, Inc. serve through compassionate, innovative, patient-centered care.