Licensed Practical Nurse

UK St. Claire • Morehead, KY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

At UK St. Claire, our staff is our greatest asset in the mission to create a healthier and more prosperous population. We strive to foster the talent and potential of our employees and prioritize safe working conditions and equal compensation rates to ensure that continual growth is possible. UKSC is a nurturing workplace for all healthcare professionals. We invite you to explore our current job openings and see if our opportunities could be the right fit for you.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and Vocational/technical training in relevant area
• 0-2 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• All experience must be paid and in the same related field.
• Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week.
• Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.
• Current and active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in applicable state, Basic Life Support (BLS)

Responsibilities

• Assesses patients, conducts screenings, and documents findings using standard scales and protocols.
• Prioritizes patient needs, collaborates with the healthcare team, and develops individualized care plans.
• Provides patient care and treatments, including medication administration, procedures, and disease management under appropriate supervision.
• Delivers age-appropriate, culturally sensitive, and ethical care while maintaining patient privacy and confidentiality.
• Educates patients and families on care, treatment, and risk factors, ensuring understanding and documenting education provided.
• Maintains accurate, timely medical records and documentation, and utilizes critical thinking and evidence-based practice.
• Delegates tasks appropriately, provide guidance to float employees, and assists with office nursing duties as needed.
• Participates in quality and safety initiatives, team collaboration, professional development, and maintains required licensure and competencies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED