Med-Surg LPN: Direct Patient Care, Day Shift

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Community Health Systems, Inc. provides essential nursing care under RN supervision and collaborates with the healthcare team in Birmingham, AL.

You will monitor patients, administer medications, and support care plans to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes following state Nurse Practice Act and professional standards. You will perform focused assessments, document interventions, educate patients and families, assist with procedures, and participate in

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience as an LPN in a healthcare setting required
• Alabama state licensure as LPN required
• BCLS certification required; ACLS certification preferred

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under RN supervision, monitoring vitals and assisting with activities of daily living
• Conducts focused patient assessments and reports changes to the team
• Administers medications, treatments, and injections as prescribed
• Assists in developing, implementing, and evaluating care plans
• Maintains accurate documentation in the medical record
• Educates patients and families on health maintenance and post-discharge care
• Ensures adherence to infection control protocols and safety standards
• Assists with basic procedures (wound care, catheterization, specimen collection)
• Participates in orientation and training of staff and students
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams for coordinated care
• Performs other duties and maintains attendance and compliance

Skills

Nursing principles

Medication administration

Patient assessment

Communication skills

Infection control

Time management

Job description

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at Community Health Systems, Inc. provides essential nursing care under RN supervision and collaborates with the healthcare team in Birmingham, AL.

You will monitor patients, administer medications, and support care plans to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes following state Nurse Practice Act and professional standards. You will perform focused assessments, document interventions, educate patients and families, assist with procedures, and participate in