LPN/Hospital/UKHC

University of Kentucky; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Kentucky is seeking an LPN to join the ambulatory team, contributing to patient care, satisfaction, and clinical outcomes.

The LPN will perform duties such as starting IVs, simple wound dressings, and communicating any changes to the RN or LIP. The shift is 7:00 pm – 7:30 am, and Kentucky licensure is required.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with Kentucky licensure.
• Experience with IV starts and basic wound care is preferred.
• Strong patient care skills and ability to work in a multidisciplinary ambulatory team.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and support patient satisfaction and outcomes.
• Perform IV starts and simple wound dressings as trained.
• Notify RN or LIP of any changes or abnormalities in patient condition.

Skills

LPN license

IV administration

Wound care

Patient care

Education

LPN diploma/certificate

Job description

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

7:00 pm – 7:30 am

Job Summary

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

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

None

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

None

Deadline to Apply

Deadline to Apply 10/20/2026

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.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Please indicate your current Nursing Educational Level.
  • New Graduate
  • Diploma
  • ADN
  • BSN
  • MSN
  • PhD or DNP
• * Are you currently employed as a registered nurse at UK HealthCare Chandler/UK HealthCare Samaritan Hospitals?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Please indicate your current licensure status.
  • None
  • Current KY RN License
  • Current compact state RN licensure
  • Current non-compact state RN licensure
  • New Graduate within 6 months or Provisional License
  • Valid KY Temporary Work Permit
• * Where did you first see this position advertised?
  • UK Jobs Website
  • Employee Referral
  • Print Advertisement
  • On-line Advertisement
  • Military Connection Advertisement
  • Job Fair
  • "I'm Interested" page on Nurse Recruitment website
  • Facebook
  • HospitalCareers.com
  • InsideHigherEd.com
  • Diverseeducation.com (Diverse Issues in Higher Education)
  • HERCjobs.org (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
  • InsightIntoDiversity.com
  • Latinosinhighered.com
  • Indeed.com
  • LinkedIn.com
  • Institute for Diversity in Health Management
  • None of the Above