Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Medical/Surgical

Ottumwa Regional Health Center; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Ottumwa Regional Health Center is seeking a part-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the Medical/Surgical unit. This role involves working under the supervision of the nursing staff to provide care for acutely ill patients. Qualified candidates need to hold a current LPN license in Iowa and possess BLS certification.

The nurse will be responsible for patient assessments, documentation of care, and assisting with daily living activities. The position offers flexible shifts including every third weekend.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program.
• Current unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse License in Iowa or from a Compact State.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care for acutely ill patients under supervision.
• Conduct patient assessments and assist with care plans.
• Document patient care and monitor patient status.

Skills

Nursing care for acutely ill patients

Patient assessment

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Education

Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Current Licensed Practical Nurse License

Job description

Position Summary

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Medical/Surgical. Part Time Day Shift (12 Hours) with every third weekend.

Responsibilities

• Works under the supervision of the department Director, Manager, and registered nurse to provide nursing care for acutely ill patients.
• Performs assigned procedures within the scope of practice as set forth by the Iowa State Board of Nursing.
• Contributes to patient assessment by collecting data for analysis by an RN.
• Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care; may administer medication.
• Documents patient care and assists RN with development of plan of care.
• Assists patients with daily living activities including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Monitors, documents, and communicates patient status and responses to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and family.
• Advocates for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.
• Participates in performance improvement and continuing education.
• Provides quality patient care and works flexible shifts/units as needed.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program.
• Current unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse License in Iowa or from a Compact State.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Recent RN experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year med/surg nursing experience.

EEOC Statement

Ottumwa Regional Health Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.