LPN- Acute Care 6pm-6am

Marshall County Hospital; Benton (KY); Vor Ort; USD 42.000 - 58.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

PTO

Work-life balance

Zusammenfassung

Marshall County Hospital in Kentucky is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work in Acute Care. Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, you will provide direct patient care and support treatment plans.

Responsibilities include assessing patients, documenting care, and administering medications as ordered, with emphasis on safety and quality. Requirements include a Kentucky LPN license and CPR certification.

Qualifikationen

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Current knowledge of medication action, administration, side effects, and contraindications.

Aufgaben

• Conduct and document a thorough assessment of each patient’s medical status.
• Assist in the implementation of the patient’s treatment plan under RN supervision.
• Provide routine nursing services for patients as directed by the Registered Nurse.
• Complete required documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
• Provide regular patient status updates to appropriate personnel.
• Participate in facility quality improvement and safety programs.

Kenntnisse

Communication skills

Medication knowledge

Ausbildung

LPN license (KY)

CPR certification

Jobbeschreibung

Licensed Practical Nurse- Acute Care** Now with higher starting wages, based on experience. Awesome PTO and work-life balance!GENERAL SUMMARY:Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, the LPN will provide direct patient care, meeting both psychological and physical needs of the patients in accordance with physicians’ orders, JCAHO, OSHA, nursing and department guidelines. The LPN fulfills these duties to contribute to the continuity and quality of care that fosters the best interest and well-being of all patients and their families.ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:Conduct and document a thorough assessment of each patient’s medical status upon admission and throughout the patient’s course of treatment.Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, assist in the implementation of the patient’s treatment plan.Provide routine nursing services for patients as directed by the Registered Nurse.Complete required documentation in an accurate and timely manner.Provide regular patient status updates to appropriate personnel.Attend and participate in department/facility meetings, as required.Act in compliance with hospital, regulatory and professional standards and guidelines.Access continuing education opportunities appropriate to discipline and responsibilities in order to maintain clinical currency.Adheres to facility policies and procedures and participates in facility quality improvement and safety programs.Utilize manual and automated information systems to improve efficiency and effect productivity.Perform other duties, as assigned.MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Must have Current knowledge of medication action, administration, side effects, and contraindications.EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:Valid license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Kentucky.Certified in CPR.