Licensed Practical Nurse - LPN - PRN

Healogics, LLC.; Clare (MI); On-site; USD 32,098 - 42,278; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare services provider in Michigan is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver wound care and nursing support under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Candidates must have a valid LPN license, two or more years of experience, and preferably wound care experience. The role includes responsibilities such as patient intake assistance and hyperbaric oxygen therapy. The pay range is $23.30 to $30.69 per hour, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of practice.
• Two (2) or more years of LPN/LVN experience in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Long-Term Acute Care Hospital (LTACH).
• Experience in wound care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide wound-related patient care according to BLS and approved protocols.
• Assist with patient intake and discharge as needed.
• Gather patient information for the RN or provider.
• Perform hyperbaric oxygen therapy duties after required training.
• Report quality of care issues to the Clinical Nurse Manager.

Skills

Competency in BLS

Organization and time-management skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork and collaboration skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduation from an accredited practical nursing program

Current LPN or LVN license

Two or more years of LPN/LVN experience

Job description

The Wound Care Center Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides wound-related and basic nursing care under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Provider, following all Healogics policies and applicable regulations.

Essential Functions / Responsibilities

• Provide wound-related patient care according to Basic Life Support (BLS) and approved hospital protocols.
• Assist in the vein clinic after completing Healogics Vein Clinic training.
• Assist with patient intake and discharge as needed.
• Assist case management under the direction of the RN, in accordance with state regulations.
• Gather patient information and necessary equipment and supplies for the RN or provider.
• Report quality of care issues to the Clinical Nurse Manager.
• Communicate therapeutic interventions with team members to ensure quality of care.
• Perform hyperbaric oxygen therapy duties after completing required Healogics hyperbaric training.
• Possibly perform hyperbaric safety director duties after completing required training.
• Function as a Documentation Assistant (scribe) in accordance with Healogics policy.
• Perform other duties as delegated.

Required Education, Experience and Credentials

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED).
• Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program or state‑approved educational program.
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of practice, maintained throughout employment.
• Two (2) or more years of LPN/LVN experience, including at least one (1) year in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) or Long‑Term Acute Care Hospital (LTACH).
• Wound care experience preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Competency in BLS (Basic Life Support).
• Organization, prioritization and time‑management skills.
• Basic knowledge of regulatory/accrediting requirements for healthcare organizations.
• Strong interpersonal, listening, oral and written communication skills.
• Customer service and follow‑up skills.
• Ability to multi‑task and work in a fast‑paced environment.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm in all situations.
• Working knowledge of computerized nursing systems.

Physical Demands

• Stationary position for ≥4 hours.
• Viewing computer screen for ≥4 hours.
• Frequent computer keying for ≥4 hours.
• Moving, reading, communicating, writing.
• Color perception, close, distance and peripheral vision.
• Lifting/moving items up to 20 pounds; up to 75 pounds with equipment assistance.
• Pushing, pulling, bending, stooping, reaching, grasping, touching with hands.

Work Environment

• Normal office environment; primarily indoors.
• Patient care environment.
• Exposure to hazards such as blood‑borne pathogens, toxic chemicals, flammable gases, etc.
• Exposure to mechanical equipment and proximity to moving objects.

The hourly rate for this position generally ranges between $23.30 and $30.69 per hour.