Compassionate LPN: Acute Care & Complex Patient Care

Southern Arkansas University; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Southern Arkansas University seeks a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our healthcare team, delivering patient-centered care across long-term care, assisted living, and acute care.

You will administer medications, perform assessments, provide wound and IV care, and document in EHR systems while upholding HIPAA and safety standards.

Ideal candidates hold an active LPN license, bring experience with diverse populations, and are comfortable using Cerner or Athenahealth.

Qualifications

• Valid state licensure as an LPN.
• Experience with diverse populations across long-term care, hospitals, ERs, or outpatient clinics.
• Experience with EMR/EHR systems such as Cerner or Athenahealth.

Responsibilities

• Perform thorough patient assessments to inform care plans.
• Administer medications and injections per protocol, including IV care.
• Assist with diagnostic evaluations and specimen collection.
• Provide wound care and sterile technique.
• Support emergency response and acute pain management.
• Document interactions in EHR and maintain HIPAA compliance.
• Coordinate discharge planning and care transitions.
• Educate patients and families on health topics and self-management.
• Maintain proficiency with equipment like ventilators and cardiac monitors.

Skills

Patient care

Medication administration

EMR/EHR documentation

HIPAA compliance

Infection control

Assessment skills

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

Tools

Cerner

Athenahealth

Job description

Southern Arkansas University seeks a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our healthcare team, delivering patient-centered care across long-term care, assisted living, and acute care.

You will administer medications, perform assessments, provide wound and IV care, and document in EHR systems while upholding HIPAA and safety standards.

Ideal candidates hold an active LPN license, bring experience with diverse populations, and are comfortable using Cerner or Athenahealth.