Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN

Job Overview

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 outpatient clinics. Your expertise in nursing practices, patient assessment, medication administration, and clinical procedures will ensure our patients receive safe, effective, and personalized care. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of diverse patient populations while working in a fast-paced, supportive environment that values your skills and commitment.

Duties

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and health histories to inform care plans.
• Administer medications and injections with precision, including IV infusions and catheterizations, following strict safety protocols.
• Assist with diagnostic evaluations such as specimen collection, processing, and basic medical imaging procedures.
• Manage patient care activities across various specialties including geriatrics, dementia care, Alzheimer’s care, hospice, pediatrics, and acute pain management.
• Operate electronic health record (EHR) systems like Epic or Cerner to document medical records accurately and ensure compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Provide wound care, tube feeding management, airway management, and sterile techniques to promote optimal recovery.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams for discharge planning, case management, triage assessments, and follow-up care to enhance patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Valid state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN).
• Proven experience working with diverse patient populations in settings such as long-term care facilities, hospitals (including ICU or trauma centers), outpatient clinics, or home health environments.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, physiology, ICD coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), and nursing best practices.
• Experience with EMR/EHR systems like Epic or Cerner is highly desirable.
• Competency in IV insertion, phlebotomy, medication administration—including injections—and catheter care.
• Familiarity with infection control protocols and clinical confidentiality policies.
• Ability to perform physical examinations and vital signs assessment efficiently while demonstrating excellent caregiver communication skills.
• Critical care experience such as ICU or emergency room work is a plus; experience working with individuals with disabilities or developmental delays is valued.
• Certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS), CPR, first aid, and sterile processing are required; additional certifications in hospice care or pain management are advantageous.

Join us if you’re passionate about delivering exceptional patient-centered care! We’re committed to fostering a supportive environment where your expertise makes a real difference in the lives of those we serve.

Pay: $33.52 - $40.37 per hour

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Work Location: In person