Licensed Practical Nurse

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 care across various settings, including long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, hospitals, and home health environments. Your expertise will support patient recovery, comfort, and well-being by delivering skilled nursing services with enthusiasm and professionalism. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of diverse patient populations, including geriatric individuals, those with developmental disabilities, and patients requiring specialized care such as Alzheimer's or dementia care. As an LPN, you will work closely with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal health outcomes while adhering to all safety and confidentiality standards.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and injections accurately following physician orders while maintaining strict compliance with HIPAA and other confidentiality policies
• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and symptom evaluations to inform care plans
• Assist with medical procedures such as catheterization, tube feeding, venipuncture, sterile processing, and wound suturing
• Manage IV infusions and ventilator support for patients requiring acute or chronic care
• Document all patient interactions thoroughly using Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems like Epic, Cerner, or Athenahealth to ensure precise medical records management
• Provide patient education on medication administration, disease management (including infectious disease care), and lifestyle modifications tailored to individual needs
• Support discharge planning and case management efforts by coordinating follow-up care and communicating effectively with clients and caregivers

Experience

• Proven experience working as an LPN in diverse healthcare environments such as hospitals (including ICU, emergency room, trauma centers), nursing homes, or outpatient clinics
• Demonstrated expertise in critical care settings like Level I or Level II trauma centers or ICU units
• Familiarity with medical coding systems such as ICD-9/10 and CPT coding for accurate documentation and billing processes
• Hands-on experience in specialized areas including hospice care, geriatrics, pediatrics (including neonatal ventilator management), behavioral health, or post-acute care settings
• Knowledge of physiology principles relevant to patient assessment and acute pain management strategies
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or cognitive impairments such as Alzheimer's disease or dementia—especially within memory or long-term care environments
• Ability to perform first aid procedures, airway management techniques, sterile techniques for specimen collection/processing, and basic life support (BLS) certification
• Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems like Cerner or eClinicalWorks for seamless documentation and communication across multidisciplinary teams

Join us if you're passionate about delivering compassionate nursing care that transforms lives! We value energetic professionals eager to grow their skills in a supportive environment that emphasizes excellence in patient-centered services. Your dedication will help shape healthier futures for our diverse community of patients.

Pay: $35.81 - $43.13 per hour

Work Location: In person