Inpatient LPN: Compassionate Nursing Care

WVU Medicine; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 48,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse to support physicians and provide direct inpatient nursing care. The role requires delivering safe, evidence-based care aligned with the plan of care, collaborating with Registered Nurses and other team members, and documenting patient responses accurately.

This is a 32-hour workweek in a hospital setting. Applicants must hold an LPN license, obtain BLS within 30 days, and be prepared for shift flexibility

Qualifications

• Current LPN license in the state of practice or multi-state license via eNLC.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• State and Federal background checks as required for regulated areas.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care per plan of care; consults with RN/RT for guidance.
• Performs designated therapeutic procedures as needed.
• Observes and reports patient concerns and progress promptly.
• Assists physicians and overseeing staff with examinations and procedures.
• Contributes to nursing assessment with data collection and reporting.
• Monitors patient status and reports deviations from normal health.
• Assists in care plan development and prioritization.
• Supports patient/family education and rehabilitation per teaching plan.
• Documents nursing interventions and responses to care.
• Administers IM, subcutaneous, IV, oral, nebulized, and MDIs as assigned.

Skills

Stress management

Communication skills

Clinical documentation

Team player

Weekend/holiday availability

Education

LPN license

BLS certification

Background check clearance

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

WVUH West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgantown is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse to support physicians and provide direct inpatient nursing care. The role requires delivering safe, evidence-based care aligned with the plan of care, collaborating with Registered Nurses and other team members, and documenting patient responses accurately.

This is a 32-hour workweek in a hospital setting. Applicants must hold an LPN license, obtain BLS within 30 days, and be prepared for shift flexibility