Licensed Practical Nurse - Full Time - 7p-7a

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for a full-time 7p-7a shift in the Archer Adolescent Unit. You will provide comprehensive nursing care under the direction of the registered nurse and ensure care aligns with policy, standards, and provider orders.

You will perform assessments, document meticulously, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team from admission to discharge.

Qualifications

• Graduate of School of Nursing.
• Current Louisiana Practical Nurse license or compact state license.
• BLS-CPR certification required.
• Must be adaptable to change and decisive with forethought.
• Strong problem solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care under the direction of the RN.
• Document accurately according to hospital policy.
• Demonstrate competency with technology and computers.
• Demonstrate competency in medication administration and unit procedures.
• Organize patient care and delegate tasks to unlicensed staff as appropriate.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team from admit to discharge.
• Support and participate in evidence-based nursing practice and unit PI plans.

Skills

BLS-CPR certified

Clinical nursing

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate of School of Nursing

Licensed Practical Nurse (LA or compact state)

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse - Full Time - 7p-7a

Department: Archer Adolescent Unit

Location: Lake Charles, LA

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION:

• The LPN is responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care to patients and their families under the direction of the registered nurse. The position will perform duties within the scope of practice, ensuring consistency with LCMH policies and procedures, standards of care, approved protocols and provider orders. The position will also adhere to practice standards governed by the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.

SUPERVISION: Reports directly to Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Performs assessments and reassessments of patients.
• Documents accurately according to hospital policy.
• Possesses competency in use of technology and computers.
• Demonstrates competency in the use of smart pumps.
• Demonstrates competency in medication administration.
• Organizes patient care and delegates to unlicensed staff as appropriate.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary team in planning and organizing patient care from admit to discharge.
• Demonstrates the following best practices in a consistent and positive manner: Huddles, Service Excellence principles, and competency in unit based procedures.
• Follows evidence-based policies and procedures for nursing practice.
• Competently performs unit specific procedures.
• Assist the RN in development and implementation of plan of care.
• Encourages and supports non licensed personnel.
• Consistently participates in the multidisciplinary approach to patient care.
• Makes suggestions/recommendations for improved operations.
• Has knowledge of and utilizes unit specific equipment appropriately.
• Understands and appropriately responds to the unique combination of cultural variables that professionals and individuals bring to interactions.
• Is knowledgeable of and actively participates in implementation of the Unit PI plan.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Graduate of School of Nursing.
• Current Louisiana Practical Nurse license or compact state license as Licensed Practical Nurse.
• BLS-CPR certified.
• Requires emotional stability and resilience; must be adaptable to change; be decisive and demonstrate forethought.
• Must be receptive to delegated responsibilities and work within scope of practice.
• Possesses basic problem solving skills.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Work requires a variety of physical activities including standing and walking for long periods of time, bending, stooping, and lifting.
• The work environment may be physically confining.
• Visual acuity is required for a variety of specific activities.
• Must have normal hearing or utilize adaptive hearing devices if duties require listening with a stethoscope to discern breath sounds, heart sounds, and bowel sounds.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

“Experience Memorial” is more than a slogan, it’s the care we provide our patients and it’s the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated.