Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Medical/Surgical 3West

Foundation Health Partners; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Foundation Health Partners is seeking dedicated nursing professionals to join the Medical Surgical Teams at Fairbanks Memorial Hospital. The role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care while ensuring compliance with professional standards. Ideal candidates will possess a valid RN license and demonstrate strong communication and problem-solving skills. The position offers a supportive work environment with a focus on work-life balance and meaningful patient care.

Benefits

Medical Benefits

Vision Benefits

Dental Benefits

401k with Employer Match

Tuition Assistance

Student Loan Forgiveness

Onsite Gym

Wellness Programs

Discount Programs

Childcare Services

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid current or temporary Alaska RN license.
• BLS certification is required.
• Experience working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient needs and formulates a plan of care.
• Implements the plan through direct patient care and supervision.
• Evaluates patient progress and adjusts care plans as needed.

Skills

Creative Thinking

Flexible Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Overview

On the Medical Surgical Teams at Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, we do work that matters. As a member of our Teams, you will be an important part of our culture to have meaningful impact in the lives of our patients as well as those we work with.

We care for medical surgical patients who could be here with a wide range of diagnoses: congestive heart failure, respiratory conditions, infections, wounds, orthopedic surgery, spinal surgery, urological surgery, general surgery, dialysis, oncology, hospice, the list is expansive.

We are looking for Team members who:

• Have a growth mindset--there is always more to learn
• Value feedback--feedback supports growth
• Are flexible in the face of change---change is constant in healthcare
• Want to do meaningful work--life is too short for just a job
• And value work-life balance--you can't take care of others if you don't take care of you.

This position assesses, plans, implements, evaluates, and documents nursing care of patients in accordance with organizational policies and in accordance with standards of professional nursing practice utilizing the framework for professional nursing practice and development. This position is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under their direction. This position utilizes specialized knowledge, judgment, and nursing skills necessary to assess data and plan, provide and evaluate care appropriate to the physical and developmental age of assigned patients.

About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital

Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior. We have a strong patient to nurse ratio, a culture of Shared Leadership, and are proud members of the Mayo Clinic Care Network. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment, our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks, small-town living, spectacular natural beauty and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live, work and play.

FMH Medical/Surgical shifts available:

• 2South: Full-Time (36 hours/week), 12-hour night shifts/every other weekend off
• 3West: Full-Time (36 hours/week), 12-hour day shifts/every other weekend off

Benefits: medical, vision, dental, 401k with employer match

Education Benefits: FHP Tuition Assistance, Student Loan Forgiveness

Other Benefits: Onsite Gym, Wellness Programs, Discount programs, The Learning Center (childcare services)

* Retention Incentive, Relocation & transitional housing assistance are available for experienced LPNs

Responsibilities

• Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural, and discharge planning needs. Reviews patient history and physical with patient/family and assures completion within appropriate timeframe. Reviews available information obtained by other health care team members. Reviews diagnostics and laboratory data and reports abnormal results to the physician(s) and other appropriate caregivers. Completes assessment and reassessments according to patient need and as outlined in policy.
• Formulates a plan of care, including the discharge plan, utilizing assessment data and patient, family and health team input. Initiates a plan of care based on patient-specific needs, assessment data and the medical plan of care. Goals for patient are realistic, measurable and developed in conjunction with the patient/family. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age specific and educational needs of the patient in the plan of care. Plans care in collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary team. Reviews and revises the plan of care to reflect changing patient needs based on evaluation of the patient's status.
• Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation, and supervision of the activities of the healthcare team. Provides care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care. Provides care in compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements. Delegates appropriately, and provides nursing supervision in the provision of care to patients by other licensed nurses and other personnel. Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for whom care is provided.
• Evaluates patient and family response to care and teaching, and revises the plan of care as needed. Evaluates patient progress towards goals and expected outcomes in collaboration with other healthcare team members. Evaluates patient response and the effectiveness of teaching.
• Documents assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in the patient record. Documentation is legible, timely, and in accordance with policy. Documentation reflects objective/subjective data, nursing interventions and patient response to treatment. Notes physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.
• Provides care based on the best evidence available, and may participate in research activities within clinical practice. Participates in unit or facility shared leadership. Interacts and participates in the education, role development, and orientation of facility personnel, patients, students, families and visitors. Promotes/supports growth of others by acting as a preceptor or mentor when appropriate.
• Contributes to society through activities that lead to excellent patient outcomes through timely, effective, efficient, equitable, and safe care. Actively participates in the improvement of national nursing quality indicators and outcomes. Such activities may include participating in professional organizations.
• In some roles, this position may supervise staff and work flow of the department.

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.

Qualifications

Must possess a valid current or temporary Alaska RN license. Requires the knowledge and skills normally demonstrated by an Associate's degree in nursing. BLS certification is required. May require ACLS, PALS, or additional certification and/or continuing education based on area of practice. Requires creative thinking, prioritizing, and flexible problem solving skills. Also requires the ability to communicate clearly in both verbal and written forms. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree preferred. Professional certification preferred. Experience working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as a Registered Nurse in the specialty area. Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer; qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.