Bronson Battle Creek Hospital Licensed Practical Nurse General Medical Unit PRN/Variable Shift

Bronson Healthcare; Orchard Park (MI); On-site; USD 30,307 - 46,838; Part time

Job summary

Bronson Battle Creek Hospital seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to support the General Medical Unit on a PRN/Variable shift. Under RN supervision, you will deliver prescribed nursing care and assist with patient needs in a fast-paced inpatient setting.

The role requires LPN licensure in Michigan, BLS, and strong communication. You will collect data, administer medications, document care, and participate in discharge planning, with a focus on compassionate, team-based care.

Qualifications

• > High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and successful completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• - Licensed Practical Nurse in good standing with the State of Michigan.
• - BLS certification by the end of the core orientation period.
• - Experience in a health care delivery setting preferred.
• - Ability to demonstrate specific clinical competencies within a general orientation period of approximately 3 months.
• - Ability to move and respond quickly to emergency situations.
• - Ability to input and retrieve data from computerized systems.
• - Ability to rotate within the service line and related service areas.
• - Effective communication skills—clear, grammatically correct speech and writing; comforting and positive demeanor.

Responsibilities

• > Under the supervision of the RN, provide prescribed medical treatment and personal care services to ill, injured, convalescent, and disabled patients within the scope of practical nursing.
• - Assist the Registered Nurse in collecting data, accompanying patients, and responding to patient/family requests for services.
• - Administer medications and IV therapy as delegated and document all interventions.
• - Document all data gathered and care given in accordance with department and organizational policies.
• - Respond to call lights, monitor alarms, and provide assistance to patients and families.
• - Collect and record patient data including food/fluid intake and output, weight, vital signs, calorie counts, and demographic information.
• - Manage IV fluids and medication administration, noting time and amount on patient charts.
• - Dress wounds, administer enemas and douches, and apply compresses, ice bags, or hot water bottles.
• - Assist with bathing, dressing, turning, walking, and mobility of patients.
• - Collect samples (urine, blood, sputum) for testing.
• - Prepare or examine food trays for prescribed diets and feed patients.
• - Wash and dress bodies of deceased persons.
• - Assist in delivery, care, and feeding of infants.
• - Assemble and use equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, and oxygen suppliers.
• - Sanitize equipment and supplies and inventory and requisition supplies using computerized systems.
• - Provide teaching materials to patients based on identified needs and document teaching sessions completely.
• - Assist with discharge planning, including appointments for follow‑up care and rechecks, following ProHealth guidelines.
• - Participate effectively as a member of the health care team and precept new employees or students as required.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

IV therapy

Documentation

Medical terminology

Team communication

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

High school diploma or GED

Completion of accredited LPN program

Tools

Electronic medical records (EMR)

Job description

Job Title

Licensed Practical Nurse – General Medical Unit (PRN/Variable Shift)

Location

Bronson Battle Creek Hospital, Battle Creek

Responsibilities

• Under the supervision of the RN, provide prescribed medical treatment and personal care services to ill, injured, convalescent, and disabled patients within the scope of practical nursing.
• Assist the Registered Nurse in collecting data, accompanying patients, and responding to patient/family requests for services.
• Administer medications and IV therapy as delegated and document all interventions.
• Document all data gathered and care given in accordance with department and organizational policies.
• Respond to call lights, monitor alarms, and provide assistance to patients and families.
• Collect and record patient data including food/fluid intake and output, weight, vital signs, calorie counts, and demographic information.
• Manage IV fluids and medication administration, noting time and amount on patient charts.
• Dress wounds, administer enemas and douches, and apply compresses, ice bags, or hot water bottles.
• Assist with bathing, dressing, turning, walking, and mobility of patients.
• Collect samples (urine, blood, sputum) for testing.
• Prepare or examine food trays for prescribed diets and feed patients.
• Wash and dress bodies of deceased persons.
• Assist in delivery, care, and feeding of infants.
• Assemble and use equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, and oxygen suppliers.
• Sanitize equipment and supplies and inventory and requisition supplies using computerized systems.
• Provide teaching materials to patients based on identified needs and document teaching sessions completely.
• Assist with discharge planning, including appointments for follow‑up care and rechecks, following ProHealth guidelines.
• Participate effectively as a member of the health care team and precept new employees or students as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and successful completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• Licensed Practical Nurse in good standing with the State of Michigan.
• BLS certification by the end of the core orientation period.
• Experience in a health care delivery setting preferred.
• Ability to demonstrate specific clinical competencies within a general orientation period of approximately 3 months.
• Ability to move and respond quickly to emergency situations.
• Ability to input and retrieve data from computerized systems.
• Ability to rotate within the service line and related service areas.
• Effective communication skills—clear, grammatically correct speech and writing; comforting and positive demeanor.

Shift Details

• Type: PRN/Variable Shift
• Hours: 10 scheduled weekly hours
• Staffing: Part time