Licensed Practical Nurse (NEW GRADS WELCOME WILL TRAIN)

Licensed practical nurse (LPN)

(new grads welcome will train)

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)to join our healthcare team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. This role offers flexibility with both part-time and full-time opportunities, allowing you to make a meaningful difference in patients' lives through expert nursing care. As an LPN, you will provide essential patient support across various settings, ensuring safety, comfort, and high-quality care. Your expertise will contribute to a collaborative team committed to excellence in health services and patient outcomes.

Duties

• Perform patient care and assist CNAs/HHAs
• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including vital signs, physical examinations, and health history documentation using electronic health record (EHR) systems such as Epic or Cerner.
• Administer medications and injections accurately following prescribed protocols, including IV infusions and medication management for acute pain or chronic conditions.
• Assist with medical procedures such as catheterization, wound suturing, tube feeding, and sterile dressing changes while maintaining aseptic technique.
• Monitor patients’ physiological responses during treatments like ventilator management or cardiac catheterization, ensuring safety and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
• Provide patient education on medication administration, disease management (including dementia, Alzheimer’s care, or infectious diseases), and post-discharge instructions to promote recovery and well-being.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams during triage assessments in urgent care or emergency room settings to prioritize patient needs effectively.
• Document all patient interactions thoroughly within EMR/EHR systems like Athenahealth or eClinicalWorks for accurate medical records and billing purposes.
• Support special populations such as individuals with developmental disabilities or those requiring memory care by delivering personalized nursing interventions.

Skills

• Proven experience working with Epic EMR systems or similar electronic health records platforms such as Cerner or Athenahealth.
• Critical care experience in settings like ICU, trauma centers (Level I & II), or emergency medicine environments.
• Strong background in medical-surgical nursing, geriatrics, hospice care, or home & community care environments.
• Expertise in IV insertion, phlebotomy, medication administration—including injections—and venipuncture techniques.
• Knowledge of ICD-9/ICD-10 coding for accurate documentation and billing processes.
• Familiarity with infection control practices and sterile processing procedures to ensure patient safety.
• Experience caring for patients with complex needs such as Alzheimer’s disease, dementia, spinal taps, or gastrostomy tubes.
• Ability to perform physical examinations and diagnostic evaluations confidently while adhering to HIPAA standards.
• Excellent communication skills for patient education on topics like pain management, nutrition, and discharge planning.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology relevant to pediatrics, geriatrics, neonatal ventilators, or behavioral health cases.
• Ability to work effectively in inpatient settings such as hospitals (including PICU), outpatient clinics, or post-acute care facilities. Join our team if you’re passionate about providing exceptional nursing care across diverse clinical environments! We value energetic professionals eager to make a positive impact on patients’ lives through compassionate service and expert skills—all while working within a supportive team that prioritizes your growth and well-being.

• Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
• Pay: From $22.00 per hour
• Work Location: In person