Job Information
University of Kentucky LPN/Hospital/UKHC in Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details
| Job Title | LPN/Hospital/UKHC |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | NR12951 |
| Working Title | LPN / 7P WEPP / 4 East Med Surg Telemetry Unit-UK Good Samaritan Hospital |
| Department Name | H6120:Critical Care |
| 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 yrs |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Kentucky Licensure |
| 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 two, 12-hour shifts per week every weekend, either Friday/ Saturday and or Sunday from 7pm until 7:30am; will also be required to work some holidays. Part of the premium weekend plan. |
| Job Summary | 4 East Med-Surg Telemetry Unit at UK Good Samaritan Hospital provide for medical surgical patients and adults requiring continuous cardiac monitoring. Patient conditions include a wide range of medical conditions and recovery from surgical procedures which may or may not require telemetry monitoring. 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 | None |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | None |
| Deadline to Apply | 04/02/2025 |
| 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. |
Posting Specific Questions
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- Where did you first see this position advertised?
- UK Jobs Website
- Employee Referral
- Print Advertisement
- On-line Advertisement
- Military Connection Advertisement
- Job Fair
- "I'm Interested" page on Nurse Recruitment website
- HospitalCareers.com
- InsideHigherEd.com
- Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
- HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
- InsightIntoDiversity.com
- Latinosinhighered.com
- Indeed.com
- LinkedIn.com
- Institute for Diversity in Health Management
- None of the Above
- 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
- Are you currently employed at UK HealthCare Chandler or Good Samaritan Hospitals?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Curriculum Vita
- Cover Letter
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities
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