LPN/Hospital/UKHC
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY
Full-time
Nursing
Posted on April 5, 2024
Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title
LPN/Hospital/UKHC
Requisition Number
NR11787
Working Title
LPN/Pavilion A- 9th floor, Medicine Pulmonary Acute Care/Progressive Care
Department Name
H7600: PAV A Medicine/Pulmonary
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
none
Required License/Registration/Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN) – Kentucky Licensure, active and in good standing
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 36 hours per week from 7am-730pm or 7pm to 730am with shift to be determined by hiring manager, must be able to work some holidays and weekends.
Job Summary
Nurses in the Adult Medicine Services PAV A 9 AC/PC (Acute and Progressive) Floor at UK Chandler Hospital provide care for adult patients who are moderately stable, with fluctuating patient acuity, have complex needs and require comprehensive care. Patient care will include frequent assessment of pulmonary, renal, cardiac, vascular and neurological conditions.
The Adult Internal and Pulmonary Medicine Services Floor provides a more intensive level of care and monitoring including progressive care, telemetry, and medical/surgical. As a part of this unit, the LPN serves as an important component of the interdisciplinary progressive care team. This team is responsible for closely monitoring the patient's physiologic condition, performing frequent treatments as ordered by the physician, and providing a safe transition from intensive care to progressive / acute care.
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
04/09/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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 (*).
Required Documents
Posting Details
Job Title
LPN/Hospital/UKHC
Requisition Number
NR11787
Working Title
LPN/Pavilion A- 9th floor, Medicine Pulmonary Acute Care/Progressive Care
Department Name
H7600: PAV A Medicine/Pulmonary
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
none
Required License/Registration/Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN) – Kentucky Licensure, active and in good standing
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 36 hours per week from 7am-730pm or 7pm to 730am with shift to be determined by hiring manager, must be able to work some holidays and weekends.
Job Summary
Nurses in the Adult Medicine Services PAV A 9 AC/PC (Acute and Progressive) Floor at UK Chandler Hospital provide care for adult patients who are moderately stable, with fluctuating patient acuity, have complex needs and require comprehensive care. Patient care will include frequent assessment of pulmonary, renal, cardiac, vascular and neurological conditions.
The Adult Internal and Pulmonary Medicine Services Floor provides a more intensive level of care and monitoring including progressive care, telemetry, and medical/surgical. As a part of this unit, the LPN serves as an important component of the interdisciplinary progressive care team. This team is responsible for closely monitoring the patient's physiologic condition, performing frequent treatments as ordered by the physician, and providing a safe transition from intensive care to progressive / acute care.
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
04/09/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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
- * 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
- * University of Kentucky HealthCare seeks to attract, develop and retain highly skilled and competent employees, to provide the best experience for every patient, every time. If selected for a position, do you agree to abide by the UK HealthCare Values of diversity, innovation, respect, compassion, and teamwork?
- 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
- * Are you currently employed at UK HealthCare Chandler or Good Samaritan Hospitals?
- Yes
- No
Required Documents
- Resume
- Curriculum Vita
- Cover Letter
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