Licensed Practical Nurse

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 will help ensure patients receive safe, effective, and personalized nursing support. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals with diverse healthcare needs while working in a fast-paced, energetic environment committed to excellence.

Duties

• Administer medications and injections accurately following physician orders and established protocols, including IV infusions and medication administration.
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, vital signs monitoring, and physical examinations to support diagnosis and treatment planning.
• Assist with medical procedures such as catheterization, suturing, tube feeding, and sterile processing techniques.
• Document patient care activities thoroughly using EMR (Electronic Medical Records) systems like Epic, Cerner, or Athenahealth to ensure compliance with HIPAA and other regulations.
• Provide specialized care for patients with complex conditions such as Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, traumatic injuries at Level I or Level II trauma centers, and infectious diseases.
• Support discharge planning and case management efforts to promote continuity of care in outpatient or post-acute settings.
• Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals in emergency medicine, ICU (Intensive Care Unit), pediatrics, geriatrics, hospice care, and behavioral health environments.

Requirements

• Valid state licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with current certification to practice nursing in the respective jurisdiction.
• Proven experience working in diverse healthcare environments such as hospitals (including ICU and emergency room), nursing homes, long-term care facilities, or assisted living communities.
• Demonstrated proficiency with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, eClinicalWorks or Athenahealth for accurate medical documentation.
• Strong knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy and physiology principles, ICD coding (ICD-9/ICD-10), CPT coding, and diagnostic evaluation procedures.
• Experience with IV insertion/insertion techniques including IV infusion management and venipuncture procedures.
• Ability to perform patient assessments involving vital signs measurement and physiological monitoring; familiarity with ventilator management is a plus.
• Excellent communication skills for triage situations and working effectively with individuals with disabilities or developmental challenges.
• Knowledge of infection control standards and aseptic techniques essential for safe patient care delivery.
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods, lift patients safely using Hoyer lifts or similar equipment when necessary, and perform duties requiring manual dexterity. Join us if you’re passionate about providing exceptional patient-centered care across a variety of clinical settings! We value energetic professionals eager to contribute their skills while growing within a supportive team dedicated to health excellence. All positions are paid roles that recognize your vital contributions from day one!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $31.00 - $38.00 per hour

Benefits

• Paid time off

Work Location: In person