LPN - 1 EAST B- OBSERVATION/OUTPATIENT

Recruiting.com LLC; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruiting.com LLC is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse in Jonesboro, Arkansas. The role involves providing direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Responsibilities include assisting in patient assessments, planning and documenting care for an assigned group of patients.

The ideal candidate must have completed an approved Practical Nurse Program and hold a current license in Arkansas. This position may require overtime and includes exposure to biological hazards in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Skill and proficiency in applying the technical skills of practical nursing.
• Current licensure or permit as a Practical Nurse in the state of Arkansas.
• Knowledge of human growth and development necessary for patient assessment and care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and/or indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.
• Assist in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care.
• Document patient condition, treatments, and care given.

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification

Completion of an approved Practical Nurse Program

Job description

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Education
  • Skill and proficiency in applying the technical skills of practical nursing. Such proficiency is acquired through completion of an approved Practical Nurse Program. Knowledge of human growth and development necessary for assessment, range of treatment and care of patients appropriate to the patient’s age as acquired through formal education course work. Current licensure or permit as a Practical Nurse in the state of Arkansas. Meets minimum standard set for pharmacy exam.
• Experience
  • Knowledge of hospital policies\procedures, practices, techniques, and equipment as acquired through orientation.
• Physical
  • This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.
  • Normal hospital environment. Exposure to biological hazards. Close eye work. Hearing of normal and soft tones. Distinguish smells. Distinguish temperatures by touch and proximity. Frequent exposure to fumes, odors and water. Lifting up to 100 lbs. Carrying up to 40 lbs. Pushing/pulling up to 350 lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping and reaching.

JOB SUMMARY

• Under the direct supervision of the registered nurse, responsible for providing direct and/or indirect patient care. Incumbents are subject to overtime and callback as required by the hospital. Assists the registered nurse in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care for an assigned group of patients. Documents patient condition, treatments, and care given.