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Lifepoint Health

Multi-hospital healthcare provider network nationwide

Licensed Practical Nurse - Clinic, Float

Nursing & Frontline Patient CarePosted on Nov 5
Full-timeMaysville, KY, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • An active Kentucky Licensed Practical Nurse license (single-state or compact) is required; if relocating, licensure must be updated to the new Primary State of Residence before employment begins.
  • Basic Life Support certification is required within one month of hire.
  • Critical thinking skills are required.
  • The ability to exercise decisive judgment and work with minimal supervision is required.
  • The ability to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action is required.

Responsibilities

  • Provide prompt communication and collaborate with patients’ physicians.
  • Provide direct patient care in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice, under the supervision and delegation of a nurse practitioner or physician.
  • Under the direction of an RN or physician, contribute to patient assessment by collecting data for analysis by an RN or physician.
  • Perform plan-of-care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care.
  • Administer medication as appropriate.
  • Document patient care provided.
  • Assist an RN or physician with developing a plan of care.
  • Assist patients with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
  • Monitor, document, and communicate patients’ status and reactions to interventions with the RN, physician, patients, and families.
  • Advocate for patients’ physical and emotional well-being.
  • Schedule appointments and procedures as ordered by the provider.
  • Obtain insurance re-authorizations as requested for testing and scheduled procedures.

Desired Qualifications

  • An Associate’s degree is preferred.

About the Company

Lifepoint Health

Multi-hospital healthcare provider network nationwide

Lifepoint Health operates a large network of hospitals and care sites, including community hospitals, rehabilitation and behavioral health facilities, and outpatient centers, to provide care across the health continuum. It delivers care through its Lifepoint Forward initiative, pursuing practical solutions to improve quality, expand access, and increase value for patients and communities. Its differentiation comes from its scale, integrated care across hospitals and post-acute services, and a strong emphasis on community health outcomes rather than isolated services. The company’s goal is to improve health outcomes, broaden access to care, and deliver better value for the communities it serves.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Nashville, TN
Founded
1999

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