Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our dynamic healthcare team. In this vital role, you will provide high-quality, patient-centered care across various settings, including long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, hospitals, and home care environments. Your expertise will help ensure patients receive safe, effective treatment while supporting their comfort and well-being. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of diverse patient populations, including seniors, individuals with disabilities, and those experiencing acute or chronic health conditions.
Duties
- Administer medications and injections accurately following physician orders and established protocols, including IV infusions and medication management.
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, vital sign monitoring, and physical examinations to evaluate health status and identify urgent needs.
- Assist with diagnostic evaluations such as specimen collection, processing, and basic medical imaging procedures.
- Support patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including tube feeding, catheter care, wound dressing changes, and mobility assistance using equipment like Hoyer lifts.
- Maintain meticulous medical documentation within electronic health records (EHR/EHR systems), ensuring compliance with HIPAA and confidentiality policies.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams in care planning, discharge planning, case management, and providing education on disease management such as dementia or Alzheimer's care.
- Respond promptly to emergencies by providing first aid, airway management, CPR certification adherence, and acute pain management when necessary.
Requirements
- Valid state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN).
- Strong communication skills for caregiver interaction and patient education; ability to work effectively in fast-paced emergency room or urgent care settings is preferred.
- Certification in basic life support (BLS), first aid; additional certifications like ACLS or PALS are a plus.
Join our team if you are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care through your expertise in nursing practices! Small 20 room facility. We value proactive professionals committed to improving health outcomes across all ages and conditions—your skills will help us create healthier communities every day!
Pay: From $29.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
