LPN - Emergency Department - Nights

Indiana University Health; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan forgiveness eligibility

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Healthy Results Wellness Program with

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking compassionate LPNs to join our patient‑centered care team. You will perform patient assessments within the LPN scope, monitor vital signs, administer medications, assist with admissions, discharges and transfers, and provide wound care.

Must hold an active Indiana LPN license, complete orientation, and have 1–2 years of experience. Three 12‑hour night shifts are offered.

Qualifications

• Knows and uses the nursing process in planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care.
• Collaborates with other members of the healthcare team.
• Evaluates response to interventions and patient status toward goal achievement.
• Accepts delegated nursing measures per license and policy.

Responsibilities

• Performing and documenting patient assessments within the LPN scope of practice.
• Obtaining and monitoring vital signs.
• Administering medications (oral, topical, subcutaneous, IM) as permitted by policy.
• Monitoring patients for changes and reporting to RN or provider.
• Assisting with admission, discharge and transfer processes.
• Providing wound care and dressing changes.

Skills

Dependable team player

Strong communication skills

Ability to work in fast-paced setting

Willingness to learn and support

Education

LPN program graduate

Job description

Overview

We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

Schedule

Three 12 Hour Shifts; 7:00pm – 7:00am

What We're Looking For

• Dependable and reliable team players
• Positive attitude and strong communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced setting
• Willingness to learn and support teammates

Typical Responsibilities

• Performing and documenting patient assessments within the LPN scope of practice.
• Obtaining and monitoring vital signs.
• Administering medications, including oral, topical, subcutaneous, and intramuscular medications as permitted by policy.
• Monitoring patients for changes in condition and reporting concerns to the RN or provider.
• Assisting with admission, discharge, and transfer processes.
• Providing wound care and dressing changes.

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness eligibility
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Healthy Results Wellness Program with bi‑weekly incentives

Qualifications

Knows and uses the nursing process in planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care to individual patients. Collaborates with other members of the healthcare team. Evaluates response to interventions and patient status toward goal achievement. Accepts delegated nursing measures for which he or she knows he or she is prepared, qualified and licensed to perform.

• Requires graduation from a nationally accredited licensed practical nursing program.
• Requires an active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of Indiana or an active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) LPN license.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification through the AHA. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Successful completion of orientation required.
• 1-2 years of relevant experience preferred.

Equal Opportunity

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.