Medical Surgical LPN

St. Francis Medical Center; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance plan

401K

Job summary

Prime Healthcare Services is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN/LVN) for the Medical Surgical Unit at Riverview Regional Medical Center in Gadsden, AL. This per diem/PRN position offers 12-hour day shifts (7:00 AM–7:00 PM) and requires Alabama LPN license and BLS certification.

IV certification is preferred; one year of experience is ideal. The role involves providing basic nursing care under RN or physician supervision, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with patient care and

Qualifications

• LPN license valid in Alabama.
• Current BLS (AHA) certification required on hire.
• IV certification preferred.
• One year of relevant nursing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN or physician supervision.
• Monitor vital signs and document care.
• Administer medications and treatments per physician orders.
• Assist with patient comfort and safety in Med Surg unit.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Medication administration

Direct patient care

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license (AL)

Job description

Overview

Shift's Available: Days

Employment Type: Per Diem/PRN

Hours: 12 hour shifts, 7:00a - 7:00p

Location: Riverview Regional Medical Center, Gadsden, AL

We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), internally referred to as LPN or LVN, in our Medical Surgical Unit. As an LPN/LVN in our Med Surg Unit, you will provide basic nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or physician, focusing on tasks like monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and assisting with patient care.

www.riverviewregional.com

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• Provide direct and indirect patient care services which requires technical and manual skills, within the scope of practice, that meet the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care
• Meets the communication needs of the patient and family
• Performs under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse
• Nurses provide CPR, Patient Care, Update Documentation, Specimens, Wound Care and Vital Signs

Qualifications

• Current and valid Alabama state license as a Licensed PracticalNurse
• Current BLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current
• IV certification
• One year experience in an applicable setting, preferred

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Competitive compensation

• Medical insurance benefit plan
• 401K

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

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Employment Status

Per Diem

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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