Med & Surg LPN: Direct, Patient-Centered Care

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking an LPN to provide essential nursing care under the supervision of RNs, including administering medications, conducting assessments, and implementing care plans to ensure safe, high-quality patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes adherence to the Nurse Practice Act, documentation, patient education, infection control, and collaboration with the healthcare team in a diverse clinical setting.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under the supervision of an RN, including monitoring vital signs and assisting with activities of daily living.
• Conducts focused patient assessments and reports changes to the care team.
• Administers medications, treatments, and injections as prescribed.
• Assists in developing, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans.
• Maintains accurate documentation of patient care and observations.
• Educates patients and families on health maintenance and post-discharge care.
• Ensures infection control and safety standards are followed.
• Assists with basic procedures such as wound care and catheterization.
• Participates in orientation and training of new staff.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Medication administration

Patient assessment

Documentation

Communication

Infection control

Tools

Medical equipment handling

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking an LPN to provide essential nursing care under the supervision of RNs, including administering medications, conducting assessments, and implementing care plans to ensure safe, high-quality patient outcomes.

The role emphasizes adherence to the Nurse Practice Act, documentation, patient education, infection control, and collaboration with the healthcare team in a diverse clinical setting.