Job Description:
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details Posting Details
| Job Title | LPN/Hospital/UKHC |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | NR13749 |
| Working Title | LPN/Cardiovascular ICU |
| Department Name | H7300: CARDIOVASCULAR |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Grade Level | 08 |
| Salary Range | $19.00-30.09/hour |
| Type of Position | Staff |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | LPN |
| Required Related Experience | 0 years |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | Active KY Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing: American Heart Association BLS for the Healthcare Provider valid for at least 6 months from the hire date |
| Physical Requirements | Requires handling of average weights or objects up to 25 pounds with some sitting, standing, or walking. |
| Shift | Must be able to work three twelve-hour shifts each week with some weekends and holidays required; shift to be determined by the hiring manager as either 7a-730p OR 7p-730a. |
| Job Summary | The LPN is a member of the multidisciplinary ambulatory team who is responsible for patient care, patient satisfaction, and clinical outcomes. The LPN performs the duties for which they are trained such as starting IVs, simple wound dressings, and notifying the RN with any changes or abnormalities in the patient condition. The LPN model follows the Licensed Practical Nursing Scope of Practice deemed by the Kentucky Board of Nursing. Under the direction of an RN, the primary responsibilities for this position consist of providing comprehensive, continuous and patient centered care which includes: on-going assessments, documenting, planning, implementing, teaching, and evaluating a comprehensive nursing plan of care; delivering direct patient care; ensuring patient satisfaction; 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 and the patient/ family experience. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | None |
| Deadline to Apply | 04/06/2025 |
| 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. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities. 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 Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have an active current LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) license to practice in the state of Kentucky or are eligible to obtain that license by date of hire?
- Yes
- No
- * Please choose the answer that best describes your years of paid, full-time employment experience as an LPN.
- None
- More than 0, up through 2 years
- More than 2 years, up through 5 years
- More than 5 years, up through 10 years
- More than 10 years
- * Do you have a current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification through the American Heart Association (AHA), or are you eligible to obtain this by date of hire?
- Yes
- No
- * Where did you first see this position advertised?
- UK Jobs Website
- Employee Referral
- Print Advertisement
- Job Fair
- InsideHigherEd.com
- HigherEdJobs.com
- Diverse Issues in Higher Education
- Oneclick.jobtarget.com
- Indeed.com
- Other On-line/Media Advertisement
- A Colleague, Friend, and/or Family member
- None of the above
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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