LPN - Charter - Travel - MN​/WI

Duties

Job Summary:

The licensed practical nurse (LPN) provides nursing care to assigned patients under the direct supervision of the registered nurse (RN) or other assigned supervisor and accepts delegation from the RN/assigned supervisor in meeting the needs of the patient/family. The LPN collects data through observation and communicates information to assist the RN and/or provider in patient assessment and care planning. The LPN participates as a member of the health care team and accepts delegation from the RN/assigned supervisor and provider in meeting needs of the patient/family.

The LPN delivers care in accordance with the patient care plan, policies and procedures of the organization and principles of relationship-based care. The LPN possesses excellent communication skills; is skillful in mentoring and instructing; and may participate on committees or projects, including quality improvement projects.

• See Education Section for required experience.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
• Experience working in a team environment.
• Ability to work flexible hours, which may include days, evenings, nights, holidays, weekends, and on-call.
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the work setting.
• Computer skills.

• Prior experience with electronic medical record systems.
• One (1) year LPN experience within the last five years.

• Graduate of a school of Practical Nursing.
• If graduation did not occur within the last two years, one (1) year of LPN experience working in an applicable setting.

• N/A

• Current LPN license by applicable state requirements.
• BLS.
• Positions that are not on campus may not require current Basic Life Support (BLS) competency as determined by the work area.

• N/A

One year of work experience in Long Term Care or Home Health or two years of acute care nursing is preferred.

• BLS - AHA
• LPN License