Part-Time In Patient LPN

Unity-Physicians-Hospital-; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Unity-Physicians-Hospital- in Mishawaka, IN is seeking a part-time Licensed Practical Nurse to join the inpatient care team. The role emphasizes accurate patient assessments, safe medication administration, and diligent charting in the EHR system to ensure continuity of care across shifts.

The candidate should hold an active LPN license in Indiana and a current BLS certificate, with prior hospital experience preferred. Flexibility for weekends/holidays is required.

Qualifications

• Must hold a current LPN license
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Experience in inpatient hospital setting preferred
• Proficient in Electronic Health Records (EHR) for daily charting
• Strong clinical skills in medication administration, wound care, and vitals monitoring
• Excellent communication with patients, families, and care teams

Responsibilities

• Perform accurate patient assessments and report changes to the medical team.
• Administer medications safely according to prescribed plans.
• Monitor vital signs regularly to detect changes.
• Provide professional wound care to promote healing and prevent infection.
• Maintain precise charting in EHR for seamless shift-to-shift communication.
• Deliver clear patient education to support ongoing care and recovery.

Skills

Patient assessments

Medication administration

Vital signs monitoring

Wound care

Charting in EHR

Patient education

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

BLS certification

Job description

• Location 4455 EDISON LAKES PKWY,Mishawaka, IN, 46545,United States
• Employee Type PT Non-Exempt

About This Job

You bring comfort, healing, and compassionate care to our patients when they need it most. As a vital part of our inpatient care team, you support patient recovery by delivering high-quality nursing care in a fast-paced environment. You bridge the gap between patients and the medical team, ensuring every individual receives safe, attentive, and personalized treatment during their stay.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs accurate patient assessments to monitor health changes and report critical updates to the medical team.
• Administers medications safely according to prescribed plans and facility protocols.
• Monitors vital signs regularly to track patient stability and identify early warning signs of complications.
• Provides professional wound care to promote healing and prevent infection.
• Maintains accurate charting in electronic health records to ensure seamless communication across shifts.
• Delivers clear patient education to empower individuals and families regarding ongoing care and recovery steps.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Holds a current and valid Licensed Practical Nurse license in the state of practice.
• Possesses a current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from a recognized provider.

Experience

• Brings previous experience in an inpatient care or hospital setting.
• Demonstrates hands-on expertise in utilizing Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems for daily charting.

Knowledge/Skills

• Applies strong clinical skills in medication administration, wound care, and vital signs monitoring.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Manages time efficiently to prioritize urgent patient needs in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completes advanced certifications related to inpatient nursing or gerontology.
• Shows proficiency in specialized patient education techniques.

Physical Requirements/Work Conditions

• Stands and walks for extended periods during scheduled shifts.
• Lifts and moves patients safely using proper medical equipment and body mechanics.
• Works flexible part-time hours, including occasional weekends and holidays as facility needs require.