LPN Skilled Nursing

Northwest Healthcare; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Flexible scheduling

Licensure reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Student loan payment program

Job summary

Northwest Healthcare's Oro Valley Hospital is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a full-time day shift in the Skilled Nursing unit. You will provide direct patient care under RN supervision, administer medications, and support care plans.

The role emphasizes safety, documentation, and collaboration with the healthcare team, with a focus on patient-centered care and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• 0–1 year of LPN experience in healthcare.
• LPN or LVN licensure required.
• BCLS certification required; ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN supervision, monitor vitals and assist with activities of daily living.
• Conduct focused patient assessments and report changes.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed following safety protocols.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate care plans with the healthcare team.
• Maintain accurate documentation in the medical record.
• Educate patients and families on health maintenance and discharge care.
• Ensure infection control and safety standards are followed.
• Assist with procedures within scope of practice and support staff training.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver coordinated care.

Skills

Nursing principles

Medication administration

Patient care

Assessment

Documentation

Communication

Infection control

Safety protocols

Time management

Adaptability

Education

LPN/LVN licensure

Job description

Full Time Position

This is a full time position working day shift in the Skilled Nursing unit at Oro Valley Hospital.

Our Skilled Nursing unit is located inside Oro Valley Hospital. Offering private rooms, patients can comfortably recover from a variety of illnesses and injuries. Our goal is to help patients return to their lives outside the hospital. As a nurse on our team, you will work with other health care professionals while providing quality, patient centered-care.

What We Offer

Our nurses enjoy a robust benefits package including health insurance, flexible scheduling, 100% licensure/certification renewal reimbursement, Tuition Reimbursement, and student loan payment program.

We know it's not just about finding a job. It's about finding a place where you are respected, valued, and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides essential nursing care to patients under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) and in collaboration with the healthcare team. The LPN supports patient care by conducting assessments, administering medications, and implementing care plans. This role ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality care in compliance with the Nurse Practice Act, professional standards, and state regulations while contributing to positive patient outcomes.

Essential Functions

• Provides direct patient care under the supervision of an RN, including monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and responding to patient needs.
• Conducts focused patient assessments, identifying and reporting changes in patient conditions to the appropriate team members.
• Administers medications, treatments, and injections as prescribed, ensuring compliance with the Nurse Practice Act and safety protocols.
• Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of patient care plans.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient care, interventions, and observations in the medical record.
• Educates patients and families on health maintenance, medication management, and post-discharge care.
• Ensures adherence to infection control protocols, safety standards, and healthcare regulations.
• Assists with basic procedures such as wound care, catheterization, and specimen collection within the scope of practice.
• Participates in the orientation and training of new staff or nursing students as assigned.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure the delivery of coordinated care.
• Prepares and maintains equipment and supplies necessary for patient care.
• Responds to medical emergencies and supports code team interventions within the scope of competency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience as an LPN in a healthcare setting required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong knowledge of nursing principles, medication administration, and patient care practices.
• Proficiency in patient assessment, monitoring, and documentation.
• Excellent communication skills for interactions with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of safety protocols, infection control measures, and regulatory requirements.
• Adaptability to changes in patient care needs and healthcare practices.

Licenses and Certifications

• LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure required or
• LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred

Oro Valley Hospital (OVH) is a 176-bed hospital that also has a freestanding emergency center, Northwest Transitions Inpatient Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing Unit, Behavioral Health Unit, and large physician group. With these varied access points, you have your choice of settings in which to work. OVH's culture centers around providing safe, quality care to patients, but also to foster a work environment based on teamwork, commitment to a shared goal and recognizing employees for all they do to care for our patients. Often described as a "family", the staff at OVH take pride in doing the best they can to care for their community. OVH is accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans requested.