Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Med-Surg - PRN

Lifepoint Health; Russellville (AR); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center in Russellville, AR, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Med-Surg unit on a PRN night schedule. The role emphasizes compassionate, high-quality patient care within a collaborative nursing team.

The LPN will assess patients, administer treatments, monitor conditions, and contribute to safe, comfortable patient experiences. BLS and Arkansas LPN licensure required, associate degree expected; BSN preferred.

Qualifications

• Active Arkansas LPN license. (Must be current)
• BLS within 30 days of hire.
• 1 year of prior experience preferred.
• BSN degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs and respond to changes in condition.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders.
• Monitor patient status and safety, document care.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to ensure quality patient care.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgement

Work under pressure

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) Med Surg
Job Type: PRN | Nights

Your experience matters:

Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center

At Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a Licensed Practical Nurse joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

Department/Unit Summary

Join our team in the Med-Surg department where you will provide compassionate care to patients alongside a dedicated team of Nurses. You will play a crucial role in assessing patient needs, administering treatments, and ensuring patient comfort and safety. This position offers the opportunity to work in a collaborative environment focused on delivering high-quality patient care.

How you'll contribute

You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing.

What we are looking for:

• Certifications: AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire
• Required Skills: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgement and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Experience: One year previous experience preferred
• Licenses: Active Arkansas or compact state LPN license required. If relocating, licensure must be updated to new Primary State of Residence (PSOR) before employment begins.
• Education: Associate's Degree required. BSN preferred.

About our Health System

Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center is a 170 bed hospital located in Russellville, Arkansas, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer Saint Mary's Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.