LPN, Healthcare Nursing

Job Summary

Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, provide nursing care within the scope of licensure for assigned patients according to established nursing standards, hospital policies, and procedures.

• Administer medication, perform treatments, and provide patient care responsibilities as prescribed.
• Consult with and keep the Registered Nurse informed of activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in the patient’s condition.
• Provide appropriate pain management techniques and educate the patient and family regarding pain management.
• Administer medication following the five rights of medication administration within scope of practice.
• Assist with the rehabilitation and treatment of patients in accordance with the medical plan of care, updating and revising the plan under supervision.
• Assist physicians with examinations, treatments, and special procedures and perform services requiring technical and manual skills as directed.
• Treat patients and their families with respect and dignity.
• Identify and address psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.
• Interact professionally with patients/families and involve them in the planning of care.
• Communicate with Social Services/Discharge Planner regarding in-hospital and post-discharge needs.
• Interpret data about the patient’s status to identify age-specific needs and provide required care.
• Perform all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.

• Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on patient age and clinical condition.
• Basic computer proficiency.
• Ability to organize tasks, develop action plans, set priorities, and work under stressful situations.
• Maintain good working relationships within the department and with other departments.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Must read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Travel is not required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

• Graduate of an accredited program for licensed vocational/practical nurses.

• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse License.
• BLS Certification required.
• Intravenous Therapy and Blood Certifications preferred.
• ACLS may be required in certain care areas.

• Minimum six months’ prior experience in an acute care setting preferred.

Entry level

Full-time

Health Care Provider

Hospitals and Health Care