LPN/Hospital/UKHC / CHANDLER 5 MAIN ACUTE / 7P

LPN/Hospital/UKHC / CHANDLER 5 MAIN ACUTE / 7P

Job Title - LPN/Hospital/UKHC / CHANDLER 5 MAIN ACUTE / 7P

Department Name - Acute Care

Work Location - Lexington, KY

Grade Level - 08

Salary Range - $21.40-30.09/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 - The essential functions for this position include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis and 25-50 pounds frequently; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments

Shift - Must be able to work three, 12-hour NIGHT shifts, 7PM-730AM, 36 hours / week. Will be required to work some weekends and holidays as needed.

Job Summary - 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 LPN with any changes or abnormalities in the patients condition.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities - Must have superb direct patient care and critical thinking skills; basic computer navigation skills and working knowledge of the internet; ability to communicate in a professional and respectful manner with patients and their families, co-workers and physicians; and strong organizational, prioritization, and delegation skill. The candidate will be highly motivated, pro-active and confident in advocating for patients and their family members. Will also enjoy working in a strong team environment and provides open, honest communication with fellow staff and physicians. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess exceptional technical skills and a proven ability to work in a team as well as independently.

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. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. 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.