Inpatient LPN: Direct Patient Care & Team Collaboration

wvumedicine; Uniontown (Fayette County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UNTWN Uniontown Hospital in the United States is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care in an inpatient setting under supervision. The role requires current LPN licensure and BLS certification within 30 days of hire, plus compliance with criminal background checks for regulated areas.

The successful candidate will have at least 1 year of clinical experience preferred, and will work 36 hours weekly on varied shifts, including weekends, with responsibilities spanning

Qualifications

• Must hold an active LPN license in the state where services will be provided.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire date.
• State and Federal background checks as required for regulated areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care per the patient’s care plan and under supervision.
• Assist physicians and supervising RN with examinations and procedures.
• Observe and document patient status, symptoms, and responses to care in a timely manner.
• Administer IM, subcutaneous, IV, oral, nebulized and MDI medications as assigned.
• Contribute to nursing assessment by collecting and recording data.
• Assist in patient and family education and rehabilitation per teaching plan.
• Document nursing interventions and patient responses for care team communication.
• Monitor patient conditions and report deviations from normal health status.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse license (LPN)

Job description

UNTWN Uniontown Hospital in the United States is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct patient care in an inpatient setting under supervision. The role requires current LPN licensure and BLS certification within 30 days of hire, plus compliance with criminal background checks for regulated areas.

The successful candidate will have at least 1 year of clinical experience preferred, and will work 36 hours weekly on varied shifts, including weekends, with responsibilities spanning