Med/Surg LPN: Hands-on Patient Care & Support

Community Health Systems, Inc.; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking an LPN to provide essential nursing care under RN supervision in a collaborative healthcare team. The role involves assessments, medication administration, and implementing care plans to ensure safe, high-quality patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include documenting care, educating patients and families, and adhering to infection control and regulatory standards. The position supports ongoing training and multi-disciplinary teamwork within the facility.

Qualifications

• 0-1 year of experience as an LPN in a healthcare setting.
• Current LPN or LVN license required by state; BCLS certification required; ACLS preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to perform focused patient assessments and document care accurately.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under supervision of an RN, including vital signs and ADL support.
• Administers medications, treatments, and injections as prescribed with safety protocols.
• Assists in development, implementation, and evaluation of patient care plans.
• Maintains timely documentation of care and observations in the medical record.
• Educates patients and families on health maintenance and post-discharge care.
• Ensures infection control and safety compliance in all procedures.
• Assists with wound care, catheterization, and specimen collection within scope.
• Participates in orientation and training of new staff or nursing students.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated care.
• Handles equipment preparation and supports code team interventions when needed.

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Medication administration

Patient assessment

Documentation

Communication

Time management

Infection control

Regulatory compliance

Adaptability

Education

LPN/LVN licensure

Job description

Community Health Systems, Inc. is seeking an LPN to provide essential nursing care under RN supervision in a collaborative healthcare team. The role involves assessments, medication administration, and implementing care plans to ensure safe, high-quality patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include documenting care, educating patients and families, and adhering to infection control and regulatory standards. The position supports ongoing training and multi-disciplinary teamwork within the facility.