LPN - Nights

Johnson County Hospital; Tecumseh (NE); On-site; USD 34,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Comprehensive health, dental, and vis

Retirement savings plan

Professional development opportunities

A supportive and collaborative work

Paid time off

Sick pay

Job summary

Johnson County Hospital in Tecumseh, NE seeks an experienced LPN for night shifts to provide compassionate care within the nursing team. You will assess, monitor, and administer medications under the direction of the charge nurse and provider, documenting accurately in patient records.

The position offers 36 hours per week with 12-hour shifts (6:45 pm–7:15 am) and every third weekend, a supportive work environment, competitive wages, and opportunities for professional development within a busy

Qualifications

• Graduate of recognized practical nursing program.
• Current Nebraska LPN licensure.
• Current BLS certified.

Responsibilities

• Bedside patient care including vital signs and assessments.
• Administer medications under nurse supervision.
• Assist with ADLs and provide patient education as directed.
• Maintain accurate patient records and communicate changes to the team.
• Supervise aides when appropriate and coordinate care with RN.

Education

Nebraska LPN licensure

BLS certification

Job description

Job Title: LPN - Nights

Location: Johnson County Hospital, Tecumseh, NE

Department: Nursing

Reports To: Director of Nursing

Position Summary

Perform professional nursing care within the LPN scope of practice to patients as assigned by the charge nurse and in accordance with hospital policies and outlined procedures.

Work Schedule

Working hours are 12-hour shifts from 6:45 pm to 7:15 am, 36 hours per week and every third weekend.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Bedside patient care to include vital signs, assessments, administering medications.
• Assisting patients with ADL's to include bathing, dressing, eating and ambulation.
• Prepare equipment and assist the doctor during treatment and examination of patients.
• Communicates changes in patient behavior or condition to the charge nurse and or provider.
• Maintains accurate patient records.
• Delegates tasks to aides when appropriate.
• Supervises and assists with coordination of patient care activities, in conjunction with the RN.
• Follows orders written by provider and completes treatments as prescribed.
• Handles staff and/or patient-family problems and reports to the charge nurse as appropriate.
• Maintains confidentiality at all times.
• Maintains a safe and clean environment for patients and staff.
• Involved in providing patient education as directed by the RN.
• IV therapy for the LPNC.
• Restocking of supplies and checking outdates as needed and/or as assigned.
• Attends in-service and nursing staff meetings as scheduled.
• Wear appropriate uniforms that are clean and neat. Must observe good personal hygiene.

Qualifications & Skills

• Graduate of recognized practical nursing program.
• Current Nebraska LPN licensure.
• Current BLS certified.

Benefits We Offer

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Professional development opportunities
• A supportive and collaborative work environment
• Paid time off
• Sick pay

Why Join Us?

At Johnson County Hospital, we value our team and foster a supportive environment where you can thrive. Join us to make a difference in the lives of our patients and their families.

Salary: $24.50 - $34.00 per hour