Licensed Practical Nurse Medical Unit

Job Description:

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Medical Unit 4C
Baptist Health Paducah - Paducah, KY

Make a Difference Every Day

Join our dedicated team on Medical Unit 4C at Baptist Health Paducah, where Licensed Practical Nurses are valued team members delivering compassionate, high-quality care. As an LPN, you will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, providing essential direct and indirect patient care that supports our mission of clinical excellence and exceptional service.

Administers nursing care to designated patients under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. Performs a variety of direct and indirect patient care duties. Creates a positive customer service environment.

JOB DUTIES

• Administers direct care to patients - considering the needs of patient populations where indicated or assists team members in giving care to patients (i.e. vital signs, wound care, pulmonary hygiene, sterile technique, gastric tube therapy, operating applicable equipment, medication administration, and patient/family education.)
• Has access to medication storage areas as required for job tasks.
• Follows Hospital and Departmental Policies and Procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

Current licensure recognized by the Kentucky State Board of Nursing is required