LPN FT 7a1 S Med/Surg

The Health Care Authority for Baptist Health, An Affiliate of UAB Health System; United States; On-site; USD 52,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Forbes Best Employer Alabama

Job summary

Baptist Health in Alabama seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for full-time day shift. The role provides direct patient care under RN supervision, administers medications, and communicates patient status to the RN.

Within Employee Health, the LPN assists with new hire and annual health screenings; additional duties may be assigned based on department needs. The candidate must hold an active LPN license and BLS; ACLS/PALS/NRP may be required depending on department.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Active LPN license required, BLS required, ACLS/PALS/NRP may be required depending on department.
• Degree in Nursing or completion of LPN program required.
• Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Strong computer and MS Office skills.
• Must be able to meet strict deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, individualized, goal-directed patient care under the supervision of the RN.
• Administration of medications, report patient symptoms and conditions to the RN.
• Within Employee Health, handle new hire and annual health screenings under RN supervision.
• May have additional duties assigned within the scope of the role.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Organization

Customer relations

Problem solving

Multitasking

Education

High School diploma

LPN program completed

Nursing degree

Tools

MS Office

Computer software familiarity

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties. To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Highlights:

Summary: The LPN shall be responsible for direct, individualized, goal-directed, and effective patient care under the supervision of the RN. This individual shall provide care as outlined in the Nursing Care Plan in accordance with Standards of Practice, policies, and procedures. The LPN will be responsible for administration of medications, report patient symptoms and conditions to the RN. For the LPN within Employee Health, the individual will be responsible for new hire and annual health screenings under the direct supervision of the RN. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

Education / Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent required.

License / Certification:

Active LPN license required, BLS required, Additional certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, etc) may be required based upon department assigned.

Education/Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent required. Degree in Nursing or completion of LPN program required.

Licensure/Certification:

Active LPN license required, BLS required, Additional certifications (ACLS, PALS, NRP, etc) may be required based upon department assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent knowledge of MS Office and familiarity with relevant computer software.
• Strong team leadership skills, strong organization, interpersonal, and customer relations skills.
• Must be able to meet strict deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability, and excellent organizational skills.
• Must be able to complete multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to remain calm in difficult situations.
• Strong written and oral communication skills, proficient computer skills, proven track record of successful performance.
• Ability to understand complex multifactor situations and bring appropriate solutions.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to supervise and train employees, to include organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
• Ability to observe, assesses, and record work, safety and infection control standards.

Primary Location: Baptist Medical Center East

Job: LPN FT 7a1 S Med/Surg LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Type: Regular-Full time

Shift: First Shift (United States of America)

Baptist Health is recognized by Forbes as one of America’s best employers in the state of Alabama.