Ortho/Urology Surgical LPN — Dynamic 41-Bed Unit

Carle Health; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Carle Health is hiring for an LPN on the NT4 Ortho-Urology Surgical Unit. This 41-bed unit emphasizes rapid throughput, collaboration with PT/OT, and a three-day average length of stay. The role includes medication administration, IV management, wound and drain care, and patient education.

We offer a $2,500 sign-on bonus for external applicants and a team-oriented environment with educators and supervisors supporting clinical development.

Qualifications

• Active LPN license in good standing.
• BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Experience in acute ortho/urology care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Passes all medications, hangs IV piggybacks and fluids, excluding IV Push meds.
• Charts assessments on assigned patients after RN initial assessment and updates care plans.
• Communicates with physicians/APPs to receive orders and coordinate care for dressing changes, NG tube care and feedings.
• Complete trach care, ostomy care and reinforce discharge instructions as needed.

Skills

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

BLS certification

Education

College Diploma: Licensed Practical Nurse

Job description

Carle Health is hiring for an LPN on the NT4 Ortho-Urology Surgical Unit. This 41-bed unit emphasizes rapid throughput, collaboration with PT/OT, and a three-day average length of stay. The role includes medication administration, IV management, wound and drain care, and patient education.

We offer a $2,500 sign-on bonus for external applicants and a team-oriented environment with educators and supervisors supporting clinical development.