Licensed Practical Nurse LPN, Jacksonville, PRN, Days and Nights

Unity Health; Jacksonville (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide quality patient care under the supervision of an RN. The LPN will gather patient data, implement nursing care, and collaborate with healthcare professionals to achieve desired outcomes. Candidates must have a current Arkansas license and demonstrate competency in nursing skills. Physical demands include lifting patients and moving equipment, with shifts varying between day and night.

Qualifications

• Competency in licensed practical nursing skills.
• Ability to administer treatments and medication.
• Collaborates with healthcare providers.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for delivering patient care under RN supervision.
• Gathers patient data for assessment and identifies nursing problems.
• Supports the organization’s mission and values.

Skills

Patient Care

Nursing Process

Collaboration

Education

Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing

Job description

1. Education : Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing and holds a current Arkansas licensure as a licensed practical nurse.

2. Training and Experience : Individualized orientation period of no less than 2 weeks and generally no greater than 3 months.

3. Job Knowledge : Demonstrates competency and knowledge of licensed practical nursing skills to create an environment conducive to the healing process of the patient. Ability to utilize the nursing process in the provision of nursing care including but not limited to administering treatments and medication, collection of patient data relevant to the plan of care / problem list, collaborating with other healthcare providers and providing education to patients and / or significant others.

4. Safety Sensitive : YES

In the interest of protecting the health and safety of all patients, associates, and guests, Unity Health has classified some positions as “safety sensitive.” A “safety sensitive” position is any job position in which impaired performance could result in harm to the health and / or safety of self or others. Any associate that is actively engaged in the use of medical marijuana, even if in possession of a valid medical marijuana card, will be excluded from employment in a “safety sensitive” position.

Job Description :

Under the direct supervision and delegation of the RN, the LPN is responsible for delivering patient care through the nursing process of gathering patient data for assessment, identifying nursing problems, implementing, and evaluating. Collaborates with other professional disciplines to ensure effective and efficient patient care delivery and the achievement of desired patient outcomes. Serves as a resource nurse when oriented and directed. Supports the organization’s mission, vision, and values. Applies knowledge of patient’s age, cultural diversity, and their spiritual and emotional needs into the provision of patient care. Contributes to the provision of quality nursing care through performance improvement techniques that demonstrate positive outcomes in patient care.

Physical Requirements :

Maintains good physical and emotional well-being. Job responsibilities require significant physical activity. The individual must assist with lifting and moving patients, pushing carts, wheelchairs, and other equipment; and lifting or pushing up to 50 pounds. Must be able to bend over to perform duties such as checking chest tube drainage or urinary output. Must be able to maneuver throughout hospital halls, stairways, and patient rooms, especially during emergencies. Visual and auditory skills are necessary for interpreting environmental input. The role involves considerable writing and computer entry. Trips to various departments are required. The position involves exposure to malodorous, infectious body fluids, and minimal exposure to noxious smells from cleansing agents. Protective gear such as gloves, masks, gowns, and goggles must be worn when handling infectious wastes and body fluids.

PRN hours vary between Day Shift (7 am to 7 pm) and Night Shift (7 pm to 7 am).