Discharge-Ready LPN: Collaborative Patient Care

Sky Lakes Medical Center Inc.; Klamath Falls (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

Sky Lakes Medical Center Inc. in Oregon is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Medically Ready for Discharge Unit (RDU).

You will work under the supervision of the RN to provide direct patient care to patients ready for discharge but delayed by barriers, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. You will assess patients, participate in discharge planning and education, and supervise other staff as required, maintaining adherence to hospital policies and the scope of practice for

Qualifications

• Current Oregon State LPN licensure.
• Proficiency in basic nursing skills, patient assessment, and documentation.
• Knowledge of discharge planning and patient education.
• Strong communication and teamwork in a multidisciplinary setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Develop and implement focused plan of care for priority conditions.
• Supervise LPNs, CNAs, and UAPs as assigned.
• Document assessments, interventions, and patient progress.

Skills

LPN licensure

Nursing skills

Patient assessment

Documentation

Discharge planning

Communication skills

EHR systems

Education

LPN licensure

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Sky Lakes Medical Center Inc. in Oregon is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Medically Ready for Discharge Unit (RDU).

You will work under the supervision of the RN to provide direct patient care to patients ready for discharge but delayed by barriers, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. You will assess patients, participate in discharge planning and education, and supervise other staff as required, maintaining adherence to hospital policies and the scope of practice for