Job TitleLPN/Ambulatory/UKHCRequisition NumberRE51240Working TitleLPN - Bluegrass Care ClinicDepartment NameMG100: Physician Based ClinicsWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level08Salary Range$19.00-30.09/hourType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
LPN
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Kentucky Licensure
Physical Requirements
The physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting, standing, walking, with some pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects weighing up to 10lbs and occasional pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects up to 50lbs.
Shift
Monday – Friday, Day Shift; primarily 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (40 hrs/wk); other hours/schedule as needed; option for 4x 10-hour shifts
Job Summary
This position is located off-campus in Lexington, KY at UKHC Bluegrass Care Clinic.
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will support the Bluegrass Care Clinic by providing direct patient care and clinical support for patients enrolled in Complex Outpatient Antimicrobial Therapy (COpAT) program. Working as part of a multidisciplinary ambulatory care team, the LPN will be responsible for administering medications, including IV antibiotics when applicable, performing routine clinical assessments, assisting with lab draws and dressing changes, and documenting patient responses to treatment.
The LPN will monitor for adverse reactions or complications, promptly report changes in patient condition to the supervising RN or provider, and help coordinate care and follow-up for patients receiving antimicrobial therapy at home or in outpatient settings. This role requires strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and care team members to ensure safe and effective therapy management.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
None
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
None
Deadline to Apply08/17/2025Our University Community
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