LPN

Position Summary

The LPN works in tandem with the Registered Nurse (RN). The LPN can assist with ongoing assessments, perform interventions, prepare for procedures, monitor, observe, and report changes or findings to the RN. Under the supervision of the RN, the LPN provides quality nursing care through the application of the nursing process using evidence-based practice focusing on excellent outcomes and patient experience within the framework of Shared Governance. He/she functions as a PCA as needed.

Primary Position Responsibilities

• Facilitate patient care with the care team, including activities of daily living

• Maintain Patient Safety and a clean, safe environment

• Other duties as assigned and within nursing scope of practice

• Promotes and supports an organized work environment

Qualifications

Minimum Education:

Required:

Graduate – LPN program

Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation)****:

Required:

None

Preferred:

One year acute care experience

License, Registry or Certification:

Required:

Current New Jersey LPN licensure required.

Current American Heart Association CPR certification

CPI training will be provided

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities:

Required:

Normal knowledge of basic patient care equipment, wheelchairs, and stretchers.

Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Must pass annual clinical competency based program and mandated in-service education

Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include but not be limited to medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings.

The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicant’s hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).

Location: HHS Hunterdon Healthcare System Inc. · Emergency Department
Schedule: Part-time, Days/Evenings & Weekends, Sunday to Saturday with rotating holidays and weekends