Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - PRN Rotating | Shreveport LTACH

PAM Health Specialty Hospital of Shreveport; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Flexible scheduling

Referral bonus program

Supportive leadership

Job summary

PAM Health Specialty Hospital of Shreveport is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse to support patient care on the medical-surgical unit. You will work under the direction of an RN, gathering data, carrying out orders, and performing therapeutic procedures per hospital policy.

Requirements include current LPN/LVN licensure in the state and BLS certification. One year of inpatient experience is preferred, with optional exposure to critical care environments and

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse licensure in the state where the hospital resides.
• Current BLS certification required.
• One year of inpatient medical-surgical nursing experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care as directed by an RN on the unit.
• Gather and report data on patients and respond to orders.
• Perform therapeutic procedures within policy and guidelines.
• Care for patients in an age- and population-appropriate manner.

Skills

Patient care

Data gathering

Reporting data

Education

LPN/LVN licensure in-state

BLS certification

Job description

If you’re looking for a schedule that fits your lifestyle, check out PAM Health.
Some Things That Our Hospital Can Offer YOU

• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Flexible scheduling
• Employee Bonus Referral Program $$$
• Supportive leadership

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN/LPN) is responsible for providing appropriate nursing care, as directed by an RN on the nursing unit. Functions include gathering and reporting data, carrying out orders, and performing therapeutic procedures on patients in an age and population-appropriate manner, consistent with the policies, procedures, and guidelines of PAM Health. Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

• Education and Training: Holds current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state where the hospital resides. Current BLS certification required.
• Experience: One year of inpatient medical-surgical nursing experience preferred but not required.
• A few things that aren't required, but we would prefer:
• Having prior experience in emergency or critical care environments
• A higher comfort level working with vents/trachs/PICC lines, etc.
• Having 2 years of experience in direct patient care