Med/Surg LPN: Direct Patient Care & Team Support

Community Health Systems; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking an LPN to join our nursing team in Missouri. The role involves providing direct patient care under the supervision of Registered Nurses, administering medications, and supporting care plans to achieve positive patient outcomes.

The LPN will conduct focused assessments, document interventions, educate patients and families, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams while adhering to state regulations and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of nursing principles and patient care practices.
• Proficient in patient assessment, monitoring, and documentation.
• Excellent communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
• Organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple priorities.
• Knowledge of safety protocols and infection control.
• Adaptable to changes in patient care needs.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Monitors vital signs and assists with activities of daily living.
• Administers medications and treatments as prescribed.
• Develops, implements, and evaluates care plans.
• Documents patient care accurately in medical records.
• Educates patients and families on health maintenance and discharge care.
• Maintains infection control compliance and safety standards.
• Assists with wound care, catheterization, and specimen collection.
• Participates in orientation and training of new staff.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Patient assessment

Medication administration

Documentation

Communication skills

Time management

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking an LPN to join our nursing team in Missouri. The role involves providing direct patient care under the supervision of Registered Nurses, administering medications, and supporting care plans to achieve positive patient outcomes.

The LPN will conduct focused assessments, document interventions, educate patients and families, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams while adhering to state regulations and safety standards.