Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Hands-on Patient Care

Phelps Health; Rolla (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Phelps Health in Rolla, MO is seeking a licensed practical nurse to provide direct patient care using the nursing process. You will administer medications, perform nursing interventions, and educate patients and families to support outcomes.

The role emphasizes patient safety, infection control, ongoing assessments, accurate documentation, and collaboration with the RN and care team. Missouri or compact LPN licensure and BLS are required, with 1 year experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited practical school of nursing is required.
• One year of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follows established hospital policy regarding patient safety measures such as infection prevention and safe patient handling to provide patient care in a safe environment.
• Provides quality nursing care including administration of medications, nursing interventions, and patient and family teaching.
• Performs ongoing assessments to monitor patient status and provide information to health care team members.
• Documents all patient care activities to comply with quality measures.
• Communicates patient information to physicians and appropriate team members to improve outcomes.
• Communicates with patient and family members to enhance the patient experience and education.
• Demonstrates ongoing development through continuing education.

Skills

LPN license

Nursing process

Direct patient care

Medication admin

Patient education

Documentation

Infection control

Communication

Teamwork

Critical thinking

ANA ethics

Education

Graduate of LPN program

Job description

Phelps Health in Rolla, MO is seeking a licensed practical nurse to provide direct patient care using the nursing process. You will administer medications, perform nursing interventions, and educate patients and families to support outcomes.

The role emphasizes patient safety, infection control, ongoing assessments, accurate documentation, and collaboration with the RN and care team. Missouri or compact LPN licensure and BLS are required, with 1 year experience preferred.