Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse - Outpatient

Seven Counties Services; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Seven Counties Services is seeking a full-time Practical Nurse in Louisville, Kentucky. This role requires administering medications, monitoring health data, and providing educational support to clients.

The ideal candidate must have a Practical Nursing license in Kentucky and at least six months of nursing experience. Responsibilities include maintaining accurate medical records and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Qualifications

• License for Practical Nursing in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
• Up to eighteen months of education or training beyond high school in nursing.
• Minimum 6–12 months of nursing experience.

Responsibilities

• Administer and oversee medications as ordered.
• Monitor clients' vital signs and maintain accurate records.
• Educate clients on medication management and side effects.

Skills

Medication administration

Vital signs monitoring

Documentation

Customer service

Education

Practical Nursing License

Education in nursing or related field

Job description

Job Overview

Work Monday - Friday (no weekends).

Job Description

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job.

Responsibilities

• Administer and oversee self‑administered and prescribed medications per established schedules as ordered.
• Monitor clients' vital signs and other physical health information, and maintain accurate records reflecting the data and treatment results.
• Administer injectable medications, ensuring accurate prescribed dosage and timely delivery; educate clients on management of side effects and obtain preauthorization of prescriptions/medications when needed.
• Complete and maintain accurate documentation relating to provision of care, medications, other client‑related services, and advocacy, including staff notes, case reviews, letters, reports, etc.
• Maintain client medical record/charts related to admissions and discharges.
• Transcribe medical provider orders and obtain requested medical information pertaining to clients.
• Administer pregnancy tests and drug screens on clients and document results as needed.
• Maintain accurate inventory counts of all medicines and medical supplies, and ensure adequate replacements are ordered in a timely manner.
• Schedule outside medical appointments for clients as ordered by a medical provider.
• Monitor medical equipment and testing per CLIA standards.
• Participate on a team with MD/APRN/RN to manage the flow of medication management clinics.

Education & Licensure

• Up to eighteen months of education or training beyond the high school level in nursing or a related field of study.
• License for Practical Nursing in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
• Graduation of an accredited program.

Experience

• Minimum 6–12 months of nursing experience.

Physical Demands

• Occasional exposure to threat of bodily harm from clients and their families.
• Limited routine exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissue.
• Reliable transportation required for frequent travel between work sites.

Other Requirements

• Exercise principle‑centered leadership and customer service responsiveness.
• Follow safety management policies and Joint Commission standards.
• Maintain accurate record keeping and inventory management.

Employment Type

Full time.