Med/Surg LPN: Compassionate Patient Care

ScionHealth; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Livingston Regional Hospital in Kentucky is seeking an LPN to provide direct and indirect patient care in a medical/surgical unit under RN supervision. You will monitor vital signs, administer medications, perform wound care, and support daily living activities while upholding safety and nursing standards.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation in EMR, collaboration with the RN and care teams, patient education, and adherence to infection control and hospital policies.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing Program.
• Current state LPN/LVN licensure required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required per facility policy.
• Minimum six months of medical/surgical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care, including monitoring vital signs and assisting with ADLs.
• Administers medications as prescribed within scope of practice.
• Documents patient care, assessments, and interventions accurately and timely.
• Assists with specimen collection, wound care, and other clinical procedures as directed.
• Collaborates with the RN in developing, updating, and implementing patient care plans.
• Monitors and reports changes in patient condition to the RN or physician.
• Provides patient and family education regarding care plans and discharge instructions.
• Maintains a safe and clean patient environment per infection control protocols.
• Participates in staff training, competency assessments, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Responds to emergencies and assists in patient stabilization as directed.

Skills

Nursing principles

Vital signs monitoring

Medication administration

EMR proficiency

Communication skills

Patient care planning

Lifting/mobility assistance

Education

Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing Program

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Livingston Regional Hospital in Kentucky is seeking an LPN to provide direct and indirect patient care in a medical/surgical unit under RN supervision. You will monitor vital signs, administer medications, perform wound care, and support daily living activities while upholding safety and nursing standards.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation in EMR, collaboration with the RN and care teams, patient education, and adherence to infection control and hospital policies.