LPN​/Hospital​/UKHC​/MCC Medicine Acute

Posting Details

• Job Title LPN/Hospital/UKHC / 3 MCC Medicine Acute / 7P
• Requisition Number NR14743
• Working Title LPN/ 7P /Hospital/ 3 MCC Medicine Acute
• Department Name H3280:
  
  Command Center
• Work Location Lexington, KY
• Grade Level 08
• Salary Range $/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 night shifts from 7PM until 7:30AM; will also be required to work some weekend and holidays.
• Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
• Preferred Education/Experience LPN AND ONE YEAR OF EXPERIENCE PREFERRED
• Final date to receive applications 03/01/2026

Licensed Practical Nurses ( LPN ) in the 3 Medicine Acute care area at UK Chandler Hospital provide care to adult patients with a wide range of medical / surgical conditions.

The 3 Medicine Acute care area provides acute, comprehensive inpatient care for patients suffering from a variety of medical diseases and surgical complications. Patient conditions include diabetes, endocrine disorders, gastrointestinal disorders, wound care, and surgical cases (both pre and post operation). This team is responsible for the diagnosis and treatment of multiple medical and surgical disease complications.

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.

This environment supports collaborative efforts among the nursing staff and the team of physicians to increase communication and enhance expected patient outcomes.

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, uniformed service, 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.