LPN Evening Shift
Listed on 2026-07-14
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, Psychiatric Care & Support
Job Description
Licensed Practical Nurse Opportunity:
Full Time, 8 Hour Shifts, Evening Shift
As the only free‑standing psychiatric hospital in the Central Kentucky area, we are here to help. Please join our team as we expand our services to meet the needs of our community.
The Ridge Behavioral Health System is a
-bed hospital located in the heart of the Bluegrass, Lexington, KY. The Ridge provides psychiatric and substance use disorder treatment for children, adolescents, and adults. The Ridge offers Partial Hospitalization, Intensive Outpatient Programs, Individual Counseling, as well as Medication Management for all ages. We have provided behavioral health services to over Kentucky counties for more than years.
- Performs patient admissions, focused assessments, medication administration, implementation of physician orders, treatment plan updates, and accurate documentation while maintaining safety and adhering to hospital policies.
- Leads or assists with patient education and activity groups, supports therapeutic environment standards, utilizes de‑escalation techniques, and ensures patient safety through consistent observation and adherence to unit protocols.
- Provides thorough shift reports, communicates patient changes to the care team, completes required documentation (vitals, withdrawal checks, incidents, restraints), and ensures continuity of care across disciplines.
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- (K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Sign On Bonus Program, Tuition Reimbursement Program, Retention Bonus Program, and Referral Bonus Program
- Challenging and rewarding work environment with the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of others.
- Career development opportunities within UHS and its + Subsidiaries
- Free parking on premises
- Free meal with each shift
Job Qualifications:
Certifications/Licensure
- Current KY Nursing Licensure
We encourage you to apply to become a part of our team as we set out to be the provider of choice for psychiatric care!
If you would like to learn more about this position, please contact Human Resources at () -.
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