Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality patient care for our surgery patients. This role requires a strong foundation in medical procedures and excellent patient assessment skills, The LPN will be responsible for implementing care plans, starting IV's for surgery, administering medications, and supporting the overall health and well-being of patients in accordance with healthcare regulations and standards.

Duties

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments including vital signs, physical examinations, and health history documentation.
• Administer medications and injections accurately following physician orders and safety protocols.
• Perform IV's.
• Assist with diagnostic evaluations including specimen collection/processing and medical imaging preparations.
• Maintain detailed medical records using EMR/EHR systems like Epic, Cerner, Athenahealth, or eClinicalWorks.
• Support patients pre- and post-operative care.
• Ensure infection control practices are followed to maintain a sterile environment.
• Adhere to HIPAA regulations to protect patient confidentiality and ensure compliance with healthcare standards.

Requirements

• Valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of practice.
• Proven experience in diverse clinical environments such as ICU, emergency room, medical-surgical units, or long-term care facilities.
• Knowledge of ICD-9/ICD-10 coding systems for accurate documentation.
• Strong understanding of physiology, anatomy, pharmacology, and medical terminology.
• Ability to perform IV insertion for surgery.
• Excellent patient assessment skills along with critical thinking and decision-making abilities.
• Working knowledge of infection control protocols and aseptic techniques.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a multidisciplinary team in fast-paced environment. This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic healthcare setting where your skills directly impact patient outcomes while advancing your professional growth within the nursing field.

Pay: $23.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person