Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Med/Surg New

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Med/Surg

Job Type: Full Time | Nights

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Bourbon Community Hospital, a 58-bed acute care facility, is proud to offer our community the latest in technology in a quiet hometown atmosphere. Our patients are our friends, our neighbors, and our family. We provide the highest quality of care to our patients in over 20 specialty areas.

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits 

• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package 

• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

• Free Parking

• Professional development opportunities

• And much more...

Position Summary:

As supervised and delegated by a registered nurse, the LPN provides direct patient care in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. 

• Under the direction of an RN or Med-Surge Charge Nurse, contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN. 
• Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care. May administer medication. 
• Documents patient care given. Assists RN with development of plan of care. 
• Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation. 
• Monitors, documents, and communicates patient's status and reactions to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and families. 
• Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient. 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of a Practical Nursing program. 
• Licenses: Current LPN License to practice in the State of Kentucky. 
• Certifications: AHA Basic Life Support (BLS), within 30 days of hire 
• Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. 

EEOC Statement:

Bourbon Community Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.