LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse Per Diem

Azza HealthCare Agency; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Presencial; USD 39.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Azza HealthCare Agency is seeking an Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to contribute to patient assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation under RN supervision.

You will provide direct patient care, participate in discharge planning, educate patients and families, collaborate with the healthcare team, and mentor newer staff.

Formación

• Graduate of a Specialty Training Program in Nursing (required).
• Ability to contribute data to assessments and support care plans within scope of practice.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and compassionate care skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous learning.

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct patient care including treatments, medications, and diagnostic procedures.
• Assist in assessing patient needs and supporting the care plan according to unit standards.
• Support patient and family education, discharge planning, and holistic care addressing physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing interventions and participate in evidence-based practice decisions.
• Mentor and precept new staff and students, contributing to team goals and unit metrics.

Conocimientos

Specialized nursing program

Data collection

Communication

Compassionate care

Educación

Specialized nursing program

Descripción del empleo

Role: Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) responsible for contributing to patient assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation under RN supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care including treatments, medications, and diagnostic procedures.
• Assist in assessing patient needs and supporting the care plan according to unit standards.
• Support patient and family education, discharge planning, and holistic care addressing physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing interventions and participate in evidence-based practice decisions.
• Mentor and precept new staff and students, contributing to team goals and unit metrics.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate of a Specialty Training Program in Nursing (required).
• Ability to contribute data to assessments and support care plans within scope of practice.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and compassionate care skills.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous learning.

Additional Duties:

Participate in decision-making, performance appraisals, and unit initiatives, ensuring compliance with policies and fostering a positive team environment.