LPN/Hospital/UKHC

Posting Details

Posting Details

Job Title
LPN/Hospital/UKHC

Requisition Number
NR12934

Working Title
LPN/Eastern State Hospital/Wendell 2

Department Name
H1050:ESH Nursing Services

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

7:00 am - 7:30 pm. Three 12-hour shifts per week with some weekends and holidays.

Job Summary

Wendell 2 is a 28-bed, coed unit located at Eastern State Hospital. 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 patient's condition.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

None

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No

Preferred Education/Experience

None

Deadline to Apply
02/05/2026

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