LPN - Medical/Surgical, Days

Sign on Bonus $10,000 for qualified candidates

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. Jackson Purchase Medical Center is a 107 all private bed, Joint Commission-accredited facility. From emergent to elective, our facility offers a wide variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including those offered at the New Beginnings Birthing Center, the Advanced Healing Wound Care Center and our accredited chest pain center.

Where We Are:

Mayfield is located in stunning western Kentucky, just a short drive to Kentucky Lake to the east, the Ohio River to the north, and the Mississippi River to the west. Here you find there is always something for all ages, whether it’s outdoor sports and recreation, visual and dramatic arts, or even living history.

Why Choose Us:

·         Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees

·         Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees

·         Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance

·         Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants

·         Excellent shift differentials, bonus potential for extra shifts, employee referral program

·         Professional development opportunities including 100% reimbursement for LPN-to-RN bridge program

·         And much more…

Position Summary:

·         Under the direction of an RN, 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:

Graduation from a Nursing Education program

Current licensure to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Kentucky

Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 6 months of employment

PALS required within 6 months of employment

EEOC Statement:

Jackson Purchase Medical Center 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.