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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)- Riverview Urology
Community Health Systems
Kingston (Luzerne County)
On-site
Full time
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Job summary
A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to deliver essential nursing care under the supervision of Registered Nurses. The role involves patient assessments, medication administration, and implementing care plans while ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Join a collaborative team focused on delivering high-quality patient care.
Qualifications
- 0-1 years of experience as an LPN in a healthcare setting required.
- Strong knowledge of nursing principles and patient care practices.
Responsibilities
- Provides direct patient care under the supervision of an RN.
- Conducts focused patient assessments and administers medications.
- Maintains accurate documentation of patient care.
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Job Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides essential nursing care to patients under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) and in collaboration with the healthcare team. The LPN supports patient care by conducting assessments, administering medications, and implementing care plans. This role ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality care in compliance with the Nurse Practice Act, professional standards, and state regulations while contributing to positive patient outcomes.
Job Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides essential nursing care to patients under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) and in collaboration with the healthcare team. The LPN supports patient care by conducting assessments, administering medications, and implementing care plans. This role ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality care in compliance with the Nurse Practice Act, professional standards, and state regulations while contributing to positive patient outcomes.
Essential Functions
- Provides direct patient care under the supervision of an RN, including monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and responding to patient needs.
- Conducts focused patient assessments, identifying and reporting changes in patient conditions to the appropriate team members.
- Administers medications, treatments, and injections as prescribed, ensuring compliance with the Nurse Practice Act and safety protocols.
- Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of patient care plans.
- Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient care, interventions, and observations in the medical record.
- Educates patients and families on health maintenance, medication management, and post-discharge care.
- Ensures adherence to infection control protocols, safety standards, and healthcare regulations.
- Assists with basic procedures such as wound care, catheterization, and specimen collection within the scope of practice.
- Participates in the orientation and training of new staff or nursing students as assigned.
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure the delivery of coordinated care.
- Prepares and maintains equipment and supplies necessary for patient care.
- Responds to medical emergencies and supports code team interventions within the scope of competency.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
- 0-1 years of experience as an LPN in a healthcare setting required
- Strong knowledge of nursing principles, medication administration, and patient care practices.
- Proficiency in patient assessment, monitoring, and documentation.
- Excellent communication skills for interactions with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities.
- Knowledge of safety protocols, infection control measures, and regulatory requirements.
- Adaptability to changes in patient care needs and healthcare practices.
- LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure required or
- LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse required
- BCLS - Basic Life Support required
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
- Alabama: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required. Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification required.
- Florida: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required.
- Georgia: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications within 90 days of employment required.
- Indiana: CPR certification within 90 days of employment required.
- Mississippi: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required. STABLE certification required within 6 months of employment.
- New Mexico: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required. Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification and National Institutes of Health (NIH) Stroke Scale certification required. STABLE certification required within 6 months of employment.
- North Carolina: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required.
- Oklahoma: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required.
- Pennsylvania: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
- Seniority levelEntry level
- Employment typeFull-time
- Job functionHealth Care Provider
- IndustriesHospitals and Health Care
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