Weekend Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Owentonhealth; Kentucky; On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Micro Raises

Bucket List Rewards Program

Career Growth Opportunities

Monthly Staff Appreciation Events

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Retirement Savings Plan

DailyPay Option

Uniforms Offered

Job summary

Owentonhealth in Kentucky is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for weekend shifts. The role involves providing essential bedside care, monitoring vital signs, and administering medications while fostering a supportive environment in a community-focused facility.

Ideal candidates should have a current LPN license and at least one year of experience in long-term care. Owentonhealth offers various staff rewards programs, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. Join our family-oriented team that values support and development.

Qualifications

• Current LPN license in state.
• At least one year of experience as an LPN in a long-term care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide bedside care to patients including personal hygiene maintenance.
• Record the patients’ vital signs including blood pressure and pulse.
• Collect and relay health information between patients and nurses.
• Administer medications and monitor patients for changes.

Skills

Bedside care

Vital signs recording

Patient communication

Medication administration

Charting and documentation

Education

Current LPN license in state

Experience in long-term care

Job description

Shift Type: Weekend Shift

Earn premium pay for working weekend shifts!

At Owenton Healthcare and Rehab, we believe in more than just providing care—we believe in creating a family. Nestled in the heart of a small, tight‑knit community, our facility reflects the close bonds and supportive atmosphere that make Owenton special. Our team members love working here because it feels like home, where everyone is family‑oriented, flexible, and understanding. We nurture our staff and residents alike, offering opportunities for growth, experience, and fun. Whether it's learning from our residents, giving back to the community, or participating in our regular events and activities, there’s always something fulfilling to be part of at Owenton. Join us and experience the warmth, positivity, and togetherness that make our facility truly unique.

We offer our staff:

• Quarterly Micro Raises: Consistently rewarding exceptional performance with quarterly salary increases. Eligible for up to 5.5% raise per year!
• Bucket List Rewards Program: Unique rewards program celebrating milestones and achievements.
• Career Growth Opportunities: We prioritize internal growth and advancement.
• Monthly Staff Appreciation Events: Celebrating our staff's hard work and dedication with parties, giveaways, and prizes.
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health, dental, and vision insurance to support our employees' well‑being.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program: Supporting continuous learning and career advancement with financial assistance.
• Retirement Savings Plan: Offering a 401K plan for long‑term financial security.
• DailyPay Option: Offering flexibility with daily access to earned wages.
• Uniforms Offered: Ensuring a unified workplace environment.

LPN Responsibilities

• Provide bedside care to patients including personal hygiene maintenance.
• Record the patients’ vital signs (including blood pressure, pulse, and respiratory rate).
• Collect patient’s health information.
• Relay information between patients, registered nurses, and physicians.
• Give oral medications and injections to patients.
• Assist patients with personal hygiene.
• Monitor for changes in patients.
• Proper charting, documentation, and maintenance of patient’s medical records.
• Ask questions when in doubt for clarification by the Registered Nurse.
• Acts as a role model for ancillary personnel.
• Maintains the confidentiality of the patient’s clinical records.

LPN Requirements

• Current LPN license in state.
• At least one year of experience as an LPN in a long‑term care setting preferred.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Facility is an equal opportunity employer. The Facility does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, handicap, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or any other characteristic(s) protected by federal, state, and local laws. The Facility will also make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities should a request for an accommodation be made. A key part of this policy is to provide equal employment opportunity regarding all terms and conditions of employment and in all aspects of a person's relationship with the Facility including recruitment, hiring, promotions, upgrading positions, conditions of employment, compensation, training, benefits, transfers, discipline, and termination of employment.