New Grad LPN Winter

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a trained member of the inpatient care team. The LPN supports the ongoing delivery of care and is an integral part of care for patients and families. The LPN works under the direct supervision of the Clinical Services Manager (CSM) and indirectly under the direction of the RN.

Start date:

January 2025. December Graduates. Job Type: Regular. Sponsorship Available:
No. Institution:
University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS).

The New Graduate LPN will provide direct patient care in one of the following specialty areas:

• F6
  - Medical Specialties
• H9
  - Solid Organ Transplant
• F9- ENT/Ortho/Surgical Specialties
• H7
  - Medical Oncology
• F7
  - Stem Cell Transplant
• E7
  - Medical Oncology/Transplant

• Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program
• Temporary or Current Licensed Practical Nurse License in the State of Arkansas by the date of hire
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, ability to accept and follow written and verbal instructions, ability to communicate following Guest Care guidelines.
• CPR certification (BLS) completed during probationary period

• Delivers nursing care according to the standard of care defined by UAMS with support and mentoring by RN
• Provides effective patient/family education under the supervision of Registered Nurse
• Administers medication per standards, including providing medication education to patients and families.
• Assist with admission, transfer, and discharge of patients; may include interviewing patients and obtaining medical history.
• Transports patients to other areas of the hospital as directed
• Monitors patient care supplies ordered and received; reports any discrepancy
• Utilizes supplies and equipment judiciously
• Assists Patients with ADL/Personal Care;
  Provides appropriate grooming/oral hygiene and comfort measures;
  Applies and monitors restraints;
  Assists patients with activities (ambulation, up in chair, turn and reposition)
• Provides appropriate Genitourinary care (Foley catheter care, sitz bath, vaginal douche)
• Provides appropriate Gastrointestinal Care by assisting in feeding of patient meals, snacks, tube feeding/position and securing nasogastric tubes, fecal impaction removal, enema administration, ostomy care and irrigation.
• Accurately records GI/O, intake of meal/snacks, 24 hour calorie intake. Collects specimens (stool and emesis) per standards
• Provides appropriate Respiratory Care by performing per standards: oral suctioning, established trach care, oral and skin care. Sets up oxygen and provides oral and skin care for patients on oxygen per standards
• Provides appropriate Vascular Care:
  Measures and applies antiembolic stockings, removes peripheral IV, Phlebotomy,
• Provides appropriate Skin Care:
  Surgical preps, removes peripheral IV/saline lock as directed by RN, performs per standards: phlebotomy
• Provides appropriate Musculoskeletal Care:
  Assists per standards: ROM exercises, crutches/walkers, orthopedic pin care, applies as ordered, splints, slings, ace wraps, hot/cold packs
• Obtains and records vital signs/pulse oximetry as requested by RN and reports abnormal values to RN: performs non-invasive monitoring (EKG, EEG, Doppler, fetal heart tones) per standards:
  Monitors for arrhythmias (ICU areas only) and reports to appropriate RN per standards
• Documents patient care per standards:
  Documents vital signs, ADL, waiver tests, I/O’s accurately and timely per unit and department standards; documents all patient care activities/tasks accurately and timely per standards.

• Selected applicants will receive an email requesting a minimum of three (3) references to be submitted. The reference checking process is a requirement for all applicants and must be completed within 72 hours of request to be considered.
• Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or CAPR.

• Stand:
  Frequently
• Sit:
  Occasionally
• Walk:
  Frequently
• Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead:
  Occasionally
• Lift and carry weight: 100+ lbs.
• Push and pull weight: 100+ lbs.
• Use hands to touch, handle or feel:
  Frequently
• Talk:
  Frequently
• Hear:
  Continuously
• Taste or smell:
  Occasionally
• Read, concentrate, and think analytically:
  Continuously

• Inside Medical Facility Environment
• Noise Level: Moderate
• Visual Requirements:
  Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity, Near visual acuity
• Hazards:
  Biological, Chemical, Dust, Electrical, Fumes/Gases/Odors, Radiation, Sharp objects/tools

Commensurate with education and experience

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Proof of Veteran Status

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