Licensed Practical Nurse, M/S Oncology

University of Maryland Medical System; Glen Burnie (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System Corporation is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide compassionate, patient-centered care under the supervision of an RN or provider, delivering high-quality clinical support and promoting wellness through skilled nursing practices and teamwork.

You will monitor vital signs, administer medications, assist with procedures, educate patients and families, and uphold infection control and regulatory standards while coordinating with the

Qualifications

• Current Maryland LPN license required.
• Graduate of Maryland-approved Practical Nursing Education Program.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including vitals, medications, wound care, and specimen collection.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes to supervising clinicians.
• Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes in the medical record.
• Assist RNs and providers with examinations, procedures, and treatment plans.
• Educate patients and families on treatments and care plans.
• Maintain infection control, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary team for continuity of care.
• Maintain supplies and equipment as needed.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and staff meetings.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Direct patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Medication administration

Wound care

Education

Maryland LPN license

Maryland-approved Practical Nursing program

Job description

Job Requirements

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides compassionate, patient-centered nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Provider (MD, NP, PA, etc.). This role is responsible for delivering high-quality clinical support, ensuring patient safety, and promoting wellness through skilled nursing practices, education, and collaboration with the healthcare team.

• Provides direct patient care, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, performing wound care, obtaining specimens for laboratory examinations, and carrying out provider orders for routine treatments, in accordance with the state of Maryland Nurse Practice Act and Regulations.
• Monitors patients for changes in condition and promptly reports concerns to supervising clinicians.
• Collects patient health information and document assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in the medical record.
• Assists RNs and providers with examinations, procedures, and treatment plans.
• Provides support for patient and family education regarding treatments, medications, and care plans.
• Maintains infection control standards, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinates with interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity and quality of care.
• Maintains medical supplies, equipment, and inventory as needed.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and staff meetings.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides compassionate, patient-centered nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or Provider (MD, NP, PA, etc.). This role is responsible for delivering high-quality clinical support, ensuring patient safety, and promoting wellness through skilled nursing practices, education, and collaboration with the healthcare team.

• Provides direct patient care, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, performing wound care, obtaining specimens for laboratory examinations, and carrying out provider orders for routine treatments, in accordance with the state of Maryland Nurse Practice Act and Regulations.
• Monitors patients for changes in condition and promptly reports concerns to supervising clinicians.
• Collects patient health information and document assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in the medical record.
• Assists RNs and providers with examinations, procedures, and treatment plans.
• Provides support for patient and family education regarding treatments, medications, and care plans.
• Maintains infection control standards, safety protocols, and regulatory compliance.
• Coordinates with interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity and quality of care.
• Maintains medical supplies, equipment, and inventory as needed.
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives and staff meetings.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Work Experience

• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse by the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses is required.
• Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing Education Program approved by the State of Maryland is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required.