LPN - Digestive Surgical Unit (High-Acuity)

Carle Health; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Carle Health is seeking an experienced LPN for the NT7 Digestive Surgical Unit in Illinois. The role involves medication administration, IV piggybacks, trach care, wound care, and coordinating care with RNs and physicians in a high-acuity setting.

Eligible candidates must hold an IL LPN license and BLS certification, with at least 1 year of LPN experience. The unit emphasizes teamwork, education, and patient safety within a comprehensive care model.

Qualifications

• LPN license required, IL licensed or eligible.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• College diploma: Licensed Practical Nurse required.
• LPN with >1 year of work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Passes all medications and hangs IV piggybacks and fluids.
• Charts assessments and care plans after RN initial assessment.
• Collaborate with physicians/APPs to receive orders.
• Perform trach care and NG tube care.
• Manage ostomy care and discharge education.

Skills

Oral meds administration

IV meds & piggybacks

Trach care

Dressing changes

Assessment documentation

Care plan coordination

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

BLS certification (AHA)

Tools

Wound vacs

IV pumps

NG tube care

Central line care

Telemetry monitoring

Job description

Carle Health is seeking an experienced LPN for the NT7 Digestive Surgical Unit in Illinois. The role involves medication administration, IV piggybacks, trach care, wound care, and coordinating care with RNs and physicians in a high-acuity setting.

Eligible candidates must hold an IL LPN license and BLS certification, with at least 1 year of LPN experience. The unit emphasizes teamwork, education, and patient safety within a comprehensive care model.