Licensed Practical Nurse – Vein & Vascular & CHF(FTD)

Arkansas Heart Hospital, LLC.; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Little Rock is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to assist clinical teams with patient care. The role involves responding to patient needs, transporting patients, and coordinating scheduling for procedures. Candidates must be graduates of an accredited Practical Nurse program and hold current state licensure. Experience is preferred but not required. The position offers flexible scheduling to cover all shifts and weekends.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Practical Nurse program required.
• Current state licensure as a Practical Nurse required.
• Experience preferred but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Assist clinical team members with patient care.
• Respond to patient needs in a timely manner.
• Transport and position patients as needed.
• Coordinate scheduling for procedures/appointments.

Skills

Patient care

Basic life support (BLS)

Communication

Education

Graduate of an accredited Practical Nurse program

Job description

This position is responsible for assisting clinical team members by performing a variety of duties for patients within the scope of practice of an LPN using the patient-focused care system and under the direction/supervision of an RN or physician.

Work Schedule

Flexible schedules to cover all shifts and weekends, as facility needs demand.

Primary Duties

• Actively participates directly with patient care and ensures a safe and comforting environment.
• Responds to patient needs in a timely manner.
• Transports patients as needed.
• Welcomes patients and ensures the admission paperwork is available; actively participates in the admission process.
• Performs/Assists with positioning patients and transferring patients from bed to chair or wheelchair or stretcher.
• Performs/Assists with range of motion exercises and ambulating.
• Reports abnormal conditions to the RN or physician in a timely manner.
• Identifies the organization of the human body, including its systems, structure and functions.
• Demonstrates general principles of cleanliness (asepsis).
• Applies the principle of basic nutrition to patient care.
• Provides basic emergency care.
• Coordinates the booking and scheduling of patients for procedures/appointments
• Serves as liaison with physician/facility, patient and families regarding patient care.
• Performs other duties as directed by supervisor, based on demonstrated competency.

Qualifications/Specifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Practical Nurse program required.
• Licensure/ Certification: Current state licensure as a Practical Nurse or licensure from a state within the Nursing Compact required. Current BLS within 30 days of employment. ACLS required prior to participating in walk stress testing.
• Experience: None required. Minimum of 6 months’ continuous LPN experience preferred.

Job Overview

Job Title:

Licensed Practical Nurse – Vein & Vascular & CHF(FTD)