Med Surg Licensed Practical Nurse - PRN

Ahhmgt; Ville Platte (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Ville Platte, Louisiana, is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide high-quality care. The ideal candidate must have a current Louisiana LPN license and certifications such as BLS(CPR), ACLS, and PALS. Strong communication, decision-making, and clinical skills are essential for this role, which involves working closely with patients and healthcare teams to ensure optimal care. Join a dedicated team in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.
• BLS(CPR) Certification required.
• ACLS, PALS, and Behavioral De-escalation training strongly recommended.

Skills

Communication Skills

Decision-Making Skills

Computer Skills

Supervisory Skills

Clinical Skills

Education

Current Louisiana Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in good standing

Job description

Mercy Regional Medical
800 East Main Street
Ville Platte, LA 70586, USA

Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

BLS(CPR) Certification Required

ACLS, PALS and Behavioral De-escalation Training Strongly Recommended

Current Louisiana (or Compact) Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in good standing.

Skills

• Communication Skills: Exemplary communication skills are a necessity when it comes to performing well as an LPN. LPNs work closely with patients and their families, as well as with doctors, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team, and being able to effectively relay information about the needs and condition of a patient is a vital part of ensuring optimal care.
• Decision-Making Skills: Good decision-making skills are essential to enable efficient and effective patient care, including in emergency situations.
• Computer Skills: Computer skills are vital for maintaining accurate patient records and reporting changes in patient conditions to the healthcare team, with much of this documentation done on computers.
• Supervisory Skills: LPNs typically monitor the activities of nursing assistants and orderlies, requiring supervisory skills to maintain a functional and professional team environment.
• Clinical Skills: The clinical skills learned during the practical nursing program prepare the LPN to participate in patient care with knowledge and confidence across a wide range of duties.

Licenses & Certifications

• Current Louisiana (or Compact) Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in good standing.
• BLS(CPR) Certification Required
• ACLS, PALS and Behavioral De-escalation Training Strongly Recommended

Qualifications

Motivations

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