Job Title
LPN/Hospital/UKHC
Requisition Number
NR12693
Working Title
LPN/ 7A/ 7 Main/UK Good Samaritan Hospital
Department Name
H6110:Acute 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 7am until 7:30pm, will be required to work some weekends and holidays.
Job Summary
LPN’s on the 7 Main Medical-Surgical /Telemetry unit provide intermediate care 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. RNs may be required to work on other telemetry units as needed.
As a part of this unit, the LPN serves as an important component of the team. This team is responsible for the bedside care of ill adults who require constant observation, timely interventions, and/or specialized monitoring.
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 or LIP with any changes or abnormalities in the patients condition.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
None
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No
Preferred Education/Experience
None
Deadline to Apply
10/02/2024
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