Licensed Practical Nurse - OLF_0251

Prospect Medical Holdings, Inc.; North Providence (RI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Rhode Island seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a part-time position. The LPN will work under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, providing essential nursing care, including vital sign monitoring and patient education. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to quality healthcare and support patient care in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Current RI LPN licensure required.
• No prior experience required.
• Ability to perform nursing tasks under RN supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under RN supervision.
• Take vital signs and assist with procedures.
• Administer non-emergent medications.

Skills

Customer service

Medication dosage calculation

Nursing procedures

Task organization

Confidentiality (HIPAA)

Effective communication

Education

Current RI LPN licensure

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse - OLF_0251 INTERNAL

Prospect CharterCARE Our Lady of Fatima, LLC

6152 - Telemetry - Loc 2

Part Time regular (40-63 hrs)

Hours/Pay Period: 48

Shift: 7am - 7:30pm

Summary: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (charge nurse), provides nursing care to patients. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with procedures and examinations, administering non-emergent medications, helping patients with activities of daily living, and instructing patients and families on appropriate care.

The LPN collaborates with registered nurses to assess patient responses to treatments, contributes to care planning, and supports patient education. All care must adhere to hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory standards, with accurate documentation. The LPN prioritizes work, recognizes abnormalities, and reports them to the RN. Demonstrating required competencies, contributing to quality improvement, and ongoing personal development are essential. The LPN fulfills responsibilities aligned with the mission of St. Joseph Health Services of RI.

Licensure: Current RI LPN licensure required.

Experience: None required.

Skills and Abilities:

• Implement components of the nursing process under RN supervision within legal scope of practice.
• Calculate medication dosages accurately.
• Perform nursing procedures following aseptic principles and technical guidelines.
• Organize and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Maintain confidentiality per HIPAA standards.
• Demonstrate excellent customer service skills, considering cultural, linguistic, and age-related factors.
• Work cooperatively and communicate effectively with peers and interdisciplinary teams.

Working Conditions and Safety: Visual acuity, hand dexterity, and physical ability to perform body movements including stooping, bending, kneeling, lifting (over 30 lbs), standing, walking, twisting, stretching, and reaching are required.

TOGETHER we are CharterCARE

We prioritize people—our patients and employees. CharterCARE Health Partners, formed through the affiliation of Roger Williams Medical Center, Blackstone Valley Surgicare, and St. Joseph Health Services of Rhode Island, is committed to quality healthcare and supporting our staff. Join us to advance your career while making a difference in the community.