Licensed Practical Nurse

Springsmedicalsolution; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Springsmedicalsolution is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Colorado Springs. The ideal candidate will have a current LPN license and must have at least 1 year of relevant experience including specialized care areas. This role involves evaluating patient care, documenting accurately, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure high-quality services.

Joining our team means providing patient-centered nursing care while adhering to hospital policies. We value flexibility and commitment, ensuring a supportive environment for our staff and patients.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience as LPN with specialized area experience.
• Current LPN license in good standing in state of practice.
• Knowledge of hospital policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Utilize nursing process to evaluate patient care.
• Collaborate with healthcare providers for patient planning.
• Document nursing care accurately in accordance with policies.

Skills

Current LPN license

Patient assessment

Patient advocacy

Documentation of care

Education

Current advanced certification as required by specialty

Job description

• Current LPN license in good standing in state of practice
• Minimum 1 year experience as LPN
• Minimum 1 year experience in specialty area within last two years
• Current advanced certification as required by specialty (i.e. ACLS, PALS, etc.)
• Other as required for specific assignments or for employment

Duties and Responsibilities

• Utilize the nursing process while following hospital policies and procedures to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care
• Collect and analyze assessment data to develop individualized plans of care of patients identifying expected outcomes and interventions
• Implement interventions identified on patient care plans
• Evaluate patient progress in attaining outcome goals
• Conduct ongoing assessments and reprioritize plan care as indicated
• Collaborates with patient, family, and other healthcare providers in developing plan of care and providing patient care
• Follow all policies and procedures for hospital/ unit assigned to
• Document nursing care according to hospital policies and procedures and in a clear, concise, and legible manner, reflecting individual patient status
• Ensure physician orders are carried out accurately and timely
• Assist other staff as necessary to ensure the provision of quality nursing care
• Provide/document individualized patient/family education as indicated
• Respond promptly to patient emergencies in a safe and appropriate manner
• Keep all appropriate healthcare providers informed of patient condition including changes-includes providing information yet concise report at change of shift
• Maintain confidentiality at all times according to hospital policy and procedures and HIPPA requirements
• Act as a patient advocate and provide care in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that is sensitive to patient/family diversity while preserving each patient’s autonomy, dignity, and rights
• Recognize and understand age specific needs of patients while providing care
• Report/document all incidents such as medication errors and patient incidents to hospital staff as defined in hospital policy and procedures
• Adapt to the needs of the unit by demonstrating flexibility and adaptability
• Use good nursing judgment at all times
• Conduct self in a professional manner at all times-this includes arriving to work on time and completing each shift as determined by the hospital
• Maintain clean and safe environment at all times
• Other duties as defined/assigned by the hospital and assigned supervisor