Kentucky Personnel Cabinet·Radcliff, Kentucky
The Licensed Practical Nurse provides compassionate care to veterans at the Radcliff Veteran Center. Responsibilities include administering medications, performing treatments, and collecting assessment data under the direction of an RN or physician.
59 PM ET) req79950 Licensed Practical Nurse Pay Grade 12 Salary $23.90 Hourly
Locality Premium - $2.63 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 100 Veterans Drive Radcliff, KY 40160 USA Description The Radcliff Veteran Center is a skilled nursing facility that cares for the Commonwealth of Kentucky’s Veterans. Our mission is to Serve Kentucky’s Veterans by fostering independence, preserving dignity and providing compassionate care.
The Licensed Practical Nurse position is responsible for caring for the residents of the Carl M. Brashear Radcliff Veterans Center.
may include, but are not limited to: Performs nursing duties under direction of a RN or physician. Administers medication and treatments as prescribed. Collects assessment data and cares for our veterans within the scope of the LPN clinical skills. Preferred Skills and Abilities: Strong interpersonal skills Professionalism Adaptability and flexibility Self-starter Compassionate This position, in org unit 10202457, Hardin county has an approved Locality Premium of $2.63 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=52116 https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/statutes/statute.aspx?id=53751 https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/law/kar/201/020/070.pdf https://kbn.ky.gov/Pages/index.aspx 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 Heather THompson at Heather.Thompson@ky.gov. 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.