LPN | Med-Surg | FT Nights

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare is seeking an LPN for Med-Surg on the night shift. You will assist the RN in implementing the plan of care, provide safe direct patient care, and communicate effectively with patients, families, and the care team.

The role emphasizes accurate data collection, ongoing plan evaluation, and active participation in care delivery improvements. The position requires a Technical Degree or Diploma in Nursing and a Tennessee LPN license with BLS.

Qualifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with active Tennessee license.
• BLS certification required; good communication and teamwork.
• Experience delivering direct patient care in med-surg settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to nursing assessment by collecting data and reporting findings.
• Provides direct patient care in a safe manner per plan of care.
• Evaluates the plan of care and updates as needed.
• Effectively communicates with patients, families, and health team members.
• Participates in activities to improve care delivery in the assigned area.

Skills

LPN license

BLS

Nursing skills

Communication

Education

Technical Degree or Diploma in Nursing

Tools

General PC skills

Job description

LPN | Med-Surg | FT Nights### LPN | Med-Surg | FT NightsApply: On Campus: Methodist North Hospital: Full time: Posted Today: R-21335If you are looking to make an impact on a meaningful scale, come join us as we **embrace the Power of One!**We strive to be an employer of choice and establish a reputation for being a talent rich organization where Associates can grow their career caring for others. For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.Responsible for assisting the Registered Nurse in implementing the plan of care for a group of patients and functioning in a technical role in providing quality patient care. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values.Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence. **A Brief Overview** Responsible for assisting the Registered Nurse in implementing the plan of care for a group of patients and functioning in a technical role in providing quality patient care. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. **What you will do*** Contributes to the nursing assessment by collecting, reporting, and recording objective and subjective data.* Provides direct care in a safe manner.* Evaluation of the plan of care on a continuous basis.* Effectively communicates in writing and orally with patients/families and other health team members.* Participates in activities designed to improve health care delivery in assigned area. **Education/Formal Training Requirements** * Required - Technical Degree or Diploma Nursing **Licenses and Certifications Requirements** * Required - BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association* Required - Licensed Practical Nurse - Tennessee - Tennessee Board of Nursing **Knowledge, Skills and Abilities** * Positive working relationship and excellent interpersonal skills in working with physicians.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.* Ability to plan and schedule tasks and to maintain control of own workflow.* General PC skills.* Effective interpersonal relationship skills. **Supervision Provided by this Position** * There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities assigned to this position. **Physical Demands** * The physical activities of this position may include climbing, pushing, standing, hearing, walking, reaching, grasping, kneeling, stooping, and repetitive motion.* Must have good balance and coordination.* The physical requirements of this position are: medium work - exerting up to 50 lbs. of force occasionally and/or up to 25 lbs. of force frequently.* The Associate is required to have close visual acuity including color, depth perception, and field of vision to perform an activity, such as assessing patients, preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; or extensive reading.* Frequent invasive and non-invasive patient contact.* Exposure to patient body fluids as well as exposure to hazardous or poisonous materials.* Ability to react quickly to emergency situations.