Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) PRN

Kindred Healthcare; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital - Fort Smith cherche un(e) Infirmier(ère) Pratique/Vocationnel(le) pour rejoindre une équipe dynamique. Dans ce rôle, vous fournirez des soins de qualité aux patients en réhabilitation, en utilisant vos compétences spécialisées. Nous offrons une formation continue, une culture de soutien et de nombreux avantages pour vous aider dans votre carrière de soins. Si vous êtes passionné(e) par le bien-être des patients et souhaitez faire une différence dans leur vie, nous vous encourageons à postuler.

Benefits

Culture de soutien et leadership

Plan d'avantages complet

Assistance/restitution des frais de scolarité

Opportunités de développement professionnel

Flexibilité des horaires

Proportions faibles d'infirmiers/par patients

Qualifications

• Licencié(e) en soins infirmiers pratiques/vocationnels, avec expérience en soins aigus.
• Certifications nécessaires comme CPR/BCLS et IV obligatoire.
• Compétences en communication et gestion de la douleur appréciées.

Responsibilities

• Administrer les médicaments et assurer des soins aux patients en fonction de leurs besoins.
• Évaluer et mettre à jour le plan de soins en fonction des conditions des patients.
• Interagir avec les patients et les familles pour les impliquer dans le plan de soins.

Skills

Communication orale et écrite

Interpersonnel

Gestion de la douleur

Education

Diplôme d'infirmier(ère) pratique/vocationnel

Certification CPR/BCLS

Certification IV (préférée à l'obtention sous 6 mois)

Job description

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital - Fort Smith is proud to be recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s Best Rehabilitation Hospitals in 2023. A career at Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital - Fort Smith, a 50-bed inpatient acute rehabilitation hospital operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Mercy, is more than a job. It’s a chance to be a vital member of an interdisciplinary team caring for people who need continued care to recover completely.
You have specialized skills and our patients in the Fort Smith area need them! If you are an enthusiastic individual seeking an environment dedicated to superior patient care and an organization with a strong mission to serve our community, we invite you to apply!

Our Benefits:

• Supportive leadership and culture
• Expansive benefits package
• Tuition assistance/reimbursement
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• Targeted approach to career development
• Strong interdisciplinary teamwork opportunities
• Superior quality patient outcomes
• State-of-the-art equipment
• Low nurse-to-patient ratios
• Flexible scheduling
• LPN/LVN Apprenticeship program offered

What you will do in this role:

• Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on the age and clinical condition of the patient
• Performs patient care considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age; includes geriatric and general inpatient rehabilitation patients
• Under the supervision of the R.N., assists with the assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. Identifies and initiates appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions
• Under the supervision of the R.N., performs timely and accurate QI assessments
• Carry out the plan of care as indicated by the patient’s needs and response to treatment; evaluates overall plan daily for effectiveness; updates interdisciplinary care plan accordingly based on changes in patient’s condition and individual needs
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care
• Demonstrates ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management
• Other duties as assigned

• Graduate of accredited licensed practical/ vocational nurse program
• Current state licensure as Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse
• CPR/BCLS certification. ACLS preferred
• IV Certified required or obtained within 6 months highly preferred
• Minimum six months’ Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care setting preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
  

Mercy Rehabilitation Hospital – Fort Smith is dedicated to the treatment and recovery of individuals who have experienced the debilitating effects of a severe injury or illness. Our rehabilitation programs provide ongoing care and specialized treatment to patients throughout their recovery journey. We offer customized, intense rehabilitation tailored to the individual needs of those recovering from stroke, brain injury, neurological conditions, trauma, spinal cord injury, amputation, and orthopedic injury.