LPN/Hospital/UKHC

U K Healthcare Ltd; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking an LPN for the Medicine Acute Care unit in Lexington, KY. The role involves patient care, wound management, and IV starts within a multidisciplinary team to support positive clinical outcomes.

Must hold an active KY LPN license with BLS certification and have up to 0 years of related experience; a preference is given to those with at least one year of experience. This is a full-time, staff position with three 12-hour day shifts.

Qualifications

• Active KY Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing.
• American Heart Association BLS for the HealthCare Provider valid for at least 6 months from hire date.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in the Medicine Acute Care setting.
• Start IVs and perform simple wound dressings.
• Notify RN or LIP with any changes or abnormalities in the patient’s condition.
• Collaborate with nursing staff and physicians to improve communication and patient outcomes.

Skills

Patient care

Starting IVs

Wound care

Education

LPN

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title

LPN/Hospital/UKHC

Requisition Number

NR14744

Working Title

LPN 7A / Medicine Acute Care

Department Name

H3280:Command Center

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

08

Salary Range

$21.40-30.09/hour

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

LPN

Required Related Experience

0 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification

Active KY Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN ) license in good standing: American Heart Association BLS for the HealthCare Provider valid for at least 6 months from hire date.

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 DAY shifts from 7AM until 7:30PM; will also be required to work some weekend and holidays.

Job Summary

The 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.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

LPN AND ONE YEAR OF EXPERIENCE PREFERRED

Deadline to Apply

10/11/2026

Our University Community

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.