Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) II

Arkansas Children's; Springdale (AR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Arkansas Children's is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Harvey Clinic. This full-time, day-shift position involves collecting patient data, supporting assessment, and assisting the registered nurse in planning and delivering care.

The role requires completion of an approved LPN program and an Arkansas State Board of Nursing license. You will work with the health team to ensure safe, effective patient care and participate in quality and safety initiatives.

Qualifications

• Completion of an approved LPN program per state's requirements.
• Current LPN license with Arkansas State Board of Nursing (ASBN).

Responsibilities

• Collects patient/family data to support assessment and care planning.
• Contributes to patient plan of care based on identified needs.
• Plan, prioritize and organize patient care tasks to ensure timely delivery.
• Assist in medication administration under RN supervision.
• Reassess and modify patient plan of care with the registered nurse.
• Participate in quality and safety initiatives (HAC groups, QAPI, KPI).
• Support recruitment activities and patient experience improvements.

Skills

LPN

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (ASBN)

Job description

ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS A TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE. FLU VACCINES ARE REQUIRED. ARKANSAS CHILDREN'S IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT WITHOUT REGARD TO RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS OR ANY OTHER CHARACTERISTIC PROTECTED BY FEDERAL, STATE, OR LOCAL LAWS.

This position has been designated as safety sensitive and cannot be filled by a candidate who is a current user of medical marijuana.

Work Shift

Please See Job Description For Details.

Time Type

Full time

Department

CC095906 ACNW Harvey Clinic

Summary

Harvey Clinic, Full Time, Variable Days, Mon-Fri, Day Shift

Salary

Most new hires start between $21.70-$27.10 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Additional Information

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) collects patient/family information that assists the Registered Nurse in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation. The LPN provides safe, effective care for assigned patients with the assistance and under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Required Education

Completion of an approved program per state's requirements.

Required Certifications

Licensed Practical Nurse - Arkansas State Board of Nursing (ASBN)

Description

• Collects patient/family data to facilitate the identification of clinical, educational, psychosocial, and cultural needs and communicate data and observations to health team members.
• Contributes to patient plan of care based on clinical, educational, psychosocial, and cultural needs while recognizing when to resource other health team members.
• Plans, prioritizes and organizes patient care tasks to ensure time and resource utilization.
• Completes routine patient care tasks and medication administration in a sage, efficient and timely manner but recognizing and intervening in emergency situations.
• Individualizes nursing interventions to meet identified needs and modifies interventions when the needs of the patient or family change.
• Reassesses and modifies patient plan of care in collaboration with the registered nurse.
• Participate in quality and safety initiatives, i.e. HAC groups, QAPI, KPI, Top 10 list
• Participate in recruitment activities- interview team, open house, marketing.
• Patient experience- formulates plans and implements changes to improve satisfaction.