Licensed Practical Nurse- Inpatient Unit FT Night Shift

Chapters Health System; United States; On-site; USD 33,778 - 50,282; Full time

Job summary

Chapters Health System is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the United States to provide essential nursing care under the supervision of an RN. This role includes monitoring patients, administering treatments, and supporting patient needs to enhance quality of life.

The ideal candidate will possess LPN licensure, an active BLS certification, and a high school diploma or GED. The position offers a pay range of $24.52 - $36.50, with flexible scheduling requirements.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current LPN licensure in the state of employment.
• IV certification needed by hire date.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing tasks under RN supervision.
• Monitor and report changes in patient conditions.
• Document care provided in medical records.

Skills

Communication (English)

Clinical skills

Flexible schedule

Emotional resilience

Education

High school diploma or GED

Current LPN licensure

IV certification

Active BLS certification

Job description

Role Overview

Under RN supervision, the LPN is responsible for providing nursing interventions and teaching skills to maximize patient comfort and to enhance the quality of life to the patient/family unit.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Current LPN licensure in the state of employment.
• IV certification required at time of hire beginning November 10, 2024. Employees prior to that must obtain by June 10, 2025.
• Active BLS for healthcare professionals from the American Heart Association or Red Cross. For current Hope Employees: BLS should be obtained by January 1, 2025. For current Capital Caring employees: BLS should be obtained by November 1, 2024.
• Mobile Driver – Valid driver’s license and automobile insurance per Company policy. Reliable transportation to meet visit schedule.
• Certificate of completion of 30‑hour Infusion Therapy Course and in‑house 8‑hour Infusion Class preferred if working in an inpatient unit.
• Ability to communicate (written and verbal) in English.
• Flexible schedule to meet the needs of patients.
• Ability to use equipment with visual and auditory mechanisms.
• Ability to manage the emotional stress of working with and caring for terminally ill patients and their families.
• Ability to perform the essential functions and physical requirements (including, but not limited to: lifting patients and/or equipment, bending, pushing/pulling, kneeling) of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Can work within scope or practice per state regulations.

Competencies

Satisfactorily complete competency requirements for this position.

Responsibilities

• Represent the Company professionally at all times through care delivered and/or services provided to all clients.
• Comply with all State, federal and local government regulations, maintaining a strong position against fraud and abuse.
• Comply with Company policies, procedures and standard practices.
• Observe the Company’s health, safety and security practices.
• Maintain the confidentiality of patients, families, colleagues and other sensitive situations within the Company.
• Use resources in a fiscally responsible manner.
• Promote the Company through participation in community and professional organizations.
• Participate proactively in improving performance at the organizational, departmental and individual levels.
• Improve own professional knowledge and skill level.
• Advance electronic media skills.
• Support Company research and educational activities.
• Share expertise with co‑workers both formally and informally.
• Participate in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement activities as appropriate for the position.

Job Responsibilities

• Under the direction of an RN, provides nursing tasks to patients and families such as continuous care, dressing changes, catheter changes as identified in the plan of care developed by the Interdisciplinary Group (IDG).
• Demonstrates clinical skills regarding application of Company policies and procedures such as medication administration, symptom management, and patient/family relationships.
• Observes/monitors patients for alterations in body systems, pain and symptoms and reports to RN.
• Observes and reports signs of adverse reactions and responses to treatments and reports to RN.
• Reports findings to physicians, APRNs and physician’s assistants following collaboration with RN.
• Performs venipuncture for blood specimens.
• Performs Central Venous Line (CVL) site observation/inspection; venous access device dressing, cap change and flushing venous access device; IV medication and fluid administration, IV pushes (per procedure) and venipuncture.
• May not make any changes to infusion pump including, but not limited to, rate changes and IV bag changes.
• Documents per policy and procedure in medical record.
• During times of emergencies (i.e. hurricanes, etc.), the LPN may be required to report to work at a location designated by the company, to ensure continuity of services. This may include reporting to work ahead of your scheduled date/time due to planned lockdown of unit, and staying overnight(s) based on duration of emergency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• May cross‑train to Hospice House positions of equal licensure/certification and scope when census calls for flexible staffing.

Compensation

Pay Range: $24.52 - $36.50.

This position requires consent to drug and/or alcohol testing after a conditional offer of employment is made, as well as ongoing compliance with the Drug‑Free Workplace Policy. All Chapters Health System employees performing services for Florida affiliates are submitted through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse to verify eligibility after a conditional offer of employment as well as ongoing eligibility.