LPN - Compassionate Veterans Care & Assessments

Job Overview

The Radcliff Veteran Center is a skilled nursing facility that cares for the Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Veterans. Our mission is to serve Kentucky’s Veterans by fostering independence, preserving dignity, and providing compassionate care.

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position is responsible for caring for the residents of the Carl M. Brashear Radcliff Veterans Center.

• Perform nursing duties under direction of a Registered Nurse or Physician.
• Administer medication and treatments as prescribed.
• Collect assessment data and care for veterans within the scope of LPN clinical skills.

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Professionalism
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Self‑starter
• Compassionate

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Must be licensed in Kentucky as a practical nurse or must have a valid work permit issued by the Kentucky Board of Nursing.

Must maintain any required licensure, certification, or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. The employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required credentials.

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Duties may involve close work with potentially hostile mental patients. Employees may be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, and conditions requiring adherence to safety procedures.

This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of six months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111.

An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D