Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Per Diem Nights

Kindred Hospital Denver; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Denver is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in our 68-bed hospital and ARU. The role focuses on medication administration, patient care, and collaboration with the care team.

Responsibilities include supporting rehab plans, pain management, and educating patients and families while maintaining safety and quality of care in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited LPN/LVN program.
• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse license required.
• BLS certification required.
• Minimum six months’ acute care experience preferred.
• IV Therapy and Blood Certifications preferred.
• ACLS may be required in certain care areas.

Responsibilities

• Administers medications and patient care under RN supervision.
• Communicates patient status to the RN.
• Manages pain and educates patient and family.
• Assists with rehab and treatment per plan.
• Supports physicians with examinations and procedures.
• Ensures patient safety and reduces errors.
• Addresses psychosocial and cultural needs.
• Documents status and plan of care with the team.

Skills

Fluent English

Basic computer knowledge

Task organization

Good attendance

Education

Graduate of an accredited LPN/LVN program

Job description

Description

Kindred Hospital Denver and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) is an all-private room 68-bed hospital located on one of Denver’s important medical campuses, just east of St. Joseph’s Hospital and Presbyterian St. Luke’s Medical Center. With 55 long-term acute care hospital (LTACH) beds, we offer the same in depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period. Our 13-bed ARU is designed for people who have experienced the debilitating effects of an acute injury, impairment or illness and like the LTACH, we partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care seven days a week so you can start your journey to wellness. Our care has touched individuals from the Front Range, the western slopes of Colorado, and throughout the country.

Job Summary

Under direct supervision of Registered Nurse, provides nursing care within the scope of licensure for assigned patients according to established nursing standards and hospital policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse administers medication, performs treatments and patient care responsibilities as prescribed.
• Consults with and keeps Registered Nurse informed of activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in the patient’s condition with regard to assigned patients.
• Provides appropriate pain management techniques and educates the patient and family regarding pain management.
• Administers medication following the five rights of medication administration within scope of practice.
• Assists with the rehabilitation and treatment of patients in accordance with the medical plan of care, updates, and revises plan of care under the supervision of Registered Nurse.
• Assists physicians with examinations, treatments and special procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills as directed by the Registered Nurse.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
• Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Services/Discharge Planner regarding both in-hospital and post discharge needs.
• Interprets data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Able to organized tasks, develop action plans, set priorities and function under stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Pay Range: $27.18-$34.47/hr.

ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited program for licensed vocational/practical nurses.

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse License.
• BLS Certification required.
• Intravenous Therapy and Blood Certifications preferred.
• ACLS may be required in certain care areas

Experience

• Minimum six months’ prior experience in an acute care setting preferred.