LPN PT Nights 5 South Observation Unit

Baptist Health; Louisville (KY); Sur place; USD 32 000 - 37 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Baptist Health is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for the 5 South Observation Unit on the night shift (24 hours per week, 7p–7a). The LPN works under RN delegation to provide direct, patient-centered care, perform focused assessments, and support safe patient flow within the LPN scope of practice.

Ideal candidates hold an active LPN license with BCLS within 90 days and ACLS within 6 months; NIHSS is preferred and 12-Lead EKG training is available.

Qualifications

• Active state LPN license.
• BCLS required within 90 days.
• ACLS required after 6 months.
• NIHSS preferred.
• 12Lead EKG training available.

Responsabilités

• Performs focused assessments and reports changes to the RN.
• Supports the RN's plan of care with timely interventions.
• Communicates effectively with physicians and the care team.
• Participates in hourly rounding and maintains patient safety.
• Uses electronic medical records accurately.
• Updates patient records and escalates concerns appropriately.
• Participates in quality improvement efforts, including daily huddles.
• Implements physician orders within LPN scope.
• Administers medications via approved routes and documents per policy.
• Uses phlebotomy and blooddraw skills when needed (helpful but not required).

Connaissances

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Formation

Active LPN license

BCLS within 90 days

ACLS within 6 months

NIHSS preferred

12Lead EKG training available

Outils

EMR

Description du poste

Summary

ACLS- training available
BLS
NIH Certification- training available
12 Lead EKG- training available
Phlebotomy

Job Description:

The LPN PartTime Nights position (24 hours weekly, 7p-7a) is a key role on the 5 South Observation Unit. The Licensed Practical Nurse works under RN delegation to provide direct, patientcentered care, perform focused assessments, and support safe, efficient patient flow. This role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively within the LPN scope of practice.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs focused assessments and reports changes to the RN

• Supports the RN's plan of care with timely interventions

• Communicates effectively with physicians and the care team

• Participates in hourly rounding and maintains patient safety

• Uses electronic medical records accurately

• Updates patient records and escalates concerns appropriately

• Participates in qualityimprovement efforts, including daily huddles

• Implements physician orders within LPN scope

• Administers medications via approved routes and documents per policy

• Uses phlebotomy and blooddraw skills when needed (helpful but not required)

Required Licensures and Certifications

• Active state LPN license

• BCLS required within 90 days

• ACLS required after 6 months

• NIHSS preferred

• 12Lead EKG training available

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.