Licensed Practical Nurse - Medical-Surgical

Provident Behavioral Health; Concord (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Provident Behavioral Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the surgical unit. You will provide compassionate bedside care to postoperative and medical-surgical patients, perform focused assessments, monitor vitals, and assist with mobility and wound care.

The role requires strong patient education, accurate documentation in the EMR, and collaboration with RNs, physicians, and the care team to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Commitment to ongoing learning is essential.

Qualifications

• Current LPN licensure.
• Strong assessment and patient education abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced team environment.
• Commitment to ongoing learning.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate bedside care to post-operative and medical-surgical patients.
• Perform focused assessments and monitor vital signs.
• Administer medications and support wound care.
• Assist with early mobility and recovery efforts.
• Educate patients and families on procedures and discharge instructions.
• Document care accurately in the EMR.
• Collaborate with RNs, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team to ensure quality patient outcomes.

Skills

LPN license

Assessment skills

Communication skills

Team player

Clinical growth

Job description

Role:

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) on a surgical unit.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate bedside care to post-operative and medical-surgical patients.
• Perform focused assessments and monitor vital signs.
• Administer medications and support wound care.
• Assist with early mobility and recovery efforts.
• Educate patients and families on procedures and discharge instructions.
• Document care accurately in the Electronic Medical Record (EMR).
• Collaborate with RNs, physicians, and the interdisciplinary team to ensure quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications & Skills

• Current LPN licensure.
• Strong assessment, communication, and patient education skills.
• Ability to work effectively within a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and clinical growth.