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LPN/Hospital/UKHC

companyUniversity of Kentucky
locationFayette County, Lexington, KY, USA
PublishedPublished: 10/25/2024
Full Time

Job Title
LPN/Hospital/UKHC


Requisition Number
NR12366


Working Title
LPN/ 7P /Hospital/ Good Samaritan 4 Main


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 three, 12-hour shifts per week from 7pm until 7:30am; will also be required to work some weekend and holidays.



Job Summary

LPN’s on 4 Main 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
10/30/2024


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