Kentucky Personnel Cabinet·Hanson, Kentucky
Provide direct care for residents at a long term care facility, including administering medications and performing medical treatments. Responsible for monitoring vital signs and documenting all required resident information.
59 PM ET) 2603733 Licensed Practical Nurse Pay Grade 12 Salary $23.90 Hourly
Locality Premium - $6.97 per hour Employment Type EXECUTIVE BRANCH | FULL TIME | ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME PAY | 18A | 40.0 HR/WK Click here for more details on state employment. Hiring Agency General Government Cabinet | Department of Veterans Affairs Location 926 Veterans Drive Hanson, KY 42413 USA Description The Joseph "Eddie" Ballard Western Kentucky Veterans Center is a 156-bed long term care facility located in beautiful Hanson, Kentucky that is committed to serving Kentucky’s Veterans by fostering independence, preserving dignity and providing compassionate care.
We are currently seeking self- motivated, energetic Licensed Practical Nurses who possess the skills, knowledge, and desire to care for Kentucky Veterans.
Prepare, administer and document medications Perform medical treatments Check vital signs Follow policies to ensure our residents are care for Document all required information Assist each resident with their needs We offer flexible scheduling, holiday, weekend and shift premiums, and the Veterans Affairs Nurse Loan Repayment Program.
The ideal candidate will work within a team-centered environment to meet our commitment to serve Kentucky’s Veterans by fostering independence, preserving dignity, and providing compassionate care.
This agency is prohibited from hiring employees with convictions identified in 906 KAR 1:190. A fingerprint- supported national background check will be conducted prior to an offer of employment.
This position, in Hopkins county has an approved Locality Premium of $6.97 in compliance with 101 KAR 2:034 Section 9(1). Minimum Requirements EDUCATION: See Special Requirements.
Experience, training, or skills: NONE
Substitute EDUCATION for EXPERIENCE: NONE
Substitute EXPERIENCE for EDUCATION: NONE
Must be licensed in Kentucky as a practical nurse or must have a valid work permit issued by the Kentucky Board of Nursing. https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=52117 https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/chapter.aspx?id=38813 https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/kar/201/020/070.pdf http://www.kbn.ky.gov. Must maintain any required licensure (s), certification(s), or other credentials for the length of employment in this job classification. Employing agency is responsible for ensuring employee possesses and maintains required licensure(s), certification(s) or other credentials. Working Conditions Duties may involve close work with possibly hostile mental patients. May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases and conditions which requires the following of safety procedures. Probationary Period This job has an initial and promotional probationary period of 6 months, except as provided in KRS 18A.111. If you have questions about this advertisement, please contact Meagan Shannon at meagan.shannon@ky.gov or 270-322-3566. An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D
Market context
Licensed Practical Nurse positions in Kentucky are typically supported by ongoing demand in healthcare settings that need dependable bedside support and routine patient care. These roles can be competitive because employers often look for active licensure, compassionate practice, and readiness to follow nursing standards; this posting also welcomes Graduate Nurses and Graduate Practical Nurses. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, and confirm whether the Tennessee LPN license requirement fits your application before applying.
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