Licensed Practical Nurse - Pediatrics

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC; Fort Smith (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC is seeking an LPN to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include applying the nursing process, delivering safe care, and coordinating patient services with other departments to ensure smooth delivery.

Qualified candidates are graduates of an accredited practical nursing program with active in-state licensure and BLS certification. Additional unit-specific certifications may be required depending on assignment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Active LPN licensure in the state where nursing duties are performed.
• BLS certification required or able to complete.
• May require unit-specific certifications (ACLS/ALS, PALS, PEARS, STABLE, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care using the nursing process under supervision of RNs or licensed professionals.
• Deliver safe, accurate care for an assigned patient group and maintain accountability for outcomes.
• Coordinate and communicate patient care activities with other departments to support seamless service delivery.

Skills

LPN licensure in-state

BLS certification

New or experienced LPN

Unit-specific certifications (ACLS/ALS

Education

Practical nursing program

Tools

ACLS/ALS certification

PALS certification

S.T.A.B.L.E. certification

Job description

Provide direct patient care using the nursing process under the supervision of licensed professionals or the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse (RN). Deliver safe, accurate care for an assigned patient group and maintain professional accountability for patient outcomes. Coordinate and communicate patient care activities with other departments to support seamless service delivery.

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program (or comparable education with successful licensure).
• Active LPN licensure in the state where nursing duties are performed; maintain all applicable State Board of Nursing requirements.
• New or experienced LPN.
• Basic Life Support certification (or ability to complete it as required).
• May require additional unit-specific certifications (e.g., ACLS/ALS, PALS, PEARS, S.T.A.B.L.E., assessment/care modules) based on assignment.

Physical Requirements

• Stand/walk for most of the shift; bending, stooping, and patient lifting/turning with assistance.
• Push/pull/grip up to 50 pounds.

Preferred

• IV certification.