Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Kindred Healthcare; Rogers (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading rehabilitation hospital in Rogers, Arkansas, as a Licensed Practical Nurse. You'll be part of a dedicated team providing superior patient care in a supportive environment. Enjoy competitive benefits, including a $7,500 commitment incentive bonus, tuition assistance, and opportunities for professional development. This role involves patient care, medication administration, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.

Benefits

$7,500 Commitment Incentive Bonus

Tuition assistance/reimbursement

Low nurse-to-patient ratios

Expansive benefit package including PTO plan, 401k + Match, and insurance coverage

Professional development and advancement opportunities

Supportive leadership and culture

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited licensed practical/vocational nurse program.
• Current state licensure as Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse.
• Minimum six months’ Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their administration.
• Assists with patient assessment and rehabilitation nursing interventions.
• Evaluates overall care plan daily for effectiveness.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Program

Tools

CPR/BCLS Certification

ACLS Certification

IV Certification

Job description

$7,500 Commitment Incentive Bonus

Nights Only

A career at Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Northwest Arkansas, formally known as Rogers Rehabilitation Hospital, a state-of-the-art, 36-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Mercy, is more than a job. It's a chance to be a vital member of an interdisciplinary team caring for people in Rogers County who need continued care to recover completely. You have specialized skills and our patients in the Northwest Arkansas area need them! If you are an enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply!

Our Benefits:

• $7,500 Commitment Incentive Bonus
• Nights shift availabilities
• Tuition assistance/reimbursement
• Low nurse-to-patient ratios
• Expansive benefit package including PTO plan, 401k + Match, and insurance coverage
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• Targeted approach to career development
• Strong interdisciplinary teamwork opportunities
• Superior quality patient outcomes
• Supportive leadership and culture

What you will do in this role:

• Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on the age and clinical condition of the patient
• Performs patient care considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age; includes geriatric and general inpatient rehabilitation patients
• Under the supervision of the R.N., assists with the assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. Identifies and initiates appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions
• Under the supervision of the R.N., performs timely and accurate QI assessments
• Carry out the plan of care as indicated by the patient’s needs and response to treatment; evaluates overall plan daily for effectiveness; updates interdisciplinary care plan accordingly based on changes in patient’s condition and individual needs
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care
• Demonstrates ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management
• Other duties as assigned

• Graduate of accredited licensed practical/ vocational nurse program
• Current state licensure as Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse
• CPR/BCLS certification. ACLS preferred
• IV Certified required or obtained within 6 months highly preferred
• Minimum six months’ Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care setting preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
  

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital Northwest Arkansas strives to maximize the health, function, and quality of life of those we serve through comprehensive physical medicine and rehabilitation programs. Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, intense rehabilitation tailored to the individual needs of those recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.