LPN - Acute Care: Patient Comfort & Monitoring

University of South Alabama Health System; Mobile (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

USA Health in Mobile, AL seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide essential nursing care, monitor vital signs, assist with daily living activities, and document accurately in the EMR. The position supports patient care on the unit and collaborates with RNs, CNAs, and physicians.

Required are an Alabama LPN license, BLS certification, and NIH_STROKE training within 30 days of hire. Flexibility to work weekends and shifts is expected.

Qualifications

• LPN training with clinical practice.
• BLS certification required; renewals in accordance with policy.

Responsibilities

• Perform focused patient assessments within scope of practice.
• Monitor and document vital signs, pain, intake/output, and clinical changes.
• Provide basic nursing care (bathing, toileting, repositioning, ambulation).
• Assist with activities of daily living (ADL's).
• Reinforce patient comfort and safety measures (fall precautions, skin integrity).
• Administer medications within scope of practice; IV meds after orientation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Time management

Teamwork

Education

LPN license (Alabama)

Nursing diploma

Job description

USA Health in Mobile, AL seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide essential nursing care, monitor vital signs, assist with daily living activities, and document accurately in the EMR. The position supports patient care on the unit and collaborates with RNs, CNAs, and physicians.

Required are an Alabama LPN license, BLS certification, and NIH_STROKE training within 30 days of hire. Flexibility to work weekends and shifts is expected.