Progressive Care Unit LPN

Riverview Regional Medical Center; Gadsden (AL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Full benefits

Job summary

Riverview Regional Medical Center in Gadsden, AL is seeking a Progressive Care Unit LPN to provide hands-on care to patients recovering from surgery and managing cardiac conditions.

This role offers day shifts for full-time hours, with supervision from RNs and physicians. Required are an Alabama LPN license and BLS; IV certification is required on hire. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Monitor and record vital signs, observe for cardiac distress symptoms, and report telemetry changes to nurses or physicians.
• Administer oral and injectable cardiac medications and monitor for side effects such as hypotension or electrolyte imbalances.
• Assist with pre- and post-op cardiac procedures, prepare patients for diagnostic tests, and support recovery from cardiac events.
• Educate patients on cardiac diets, medications, fluid restrictions, and maintain clear communication with families and care teams.
• Accurately document all patient care activities and observations in the electronic health record system.
• Work under the supervision of other nurses and report directly to them regarding patient care issues.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Telemetry observation

Cardiac meds administration

Patient education

Education

Alabama LPN license

Tools

IV certification

EHR documentation

Job description

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Bonus Amount

$5,000.00

Overview

Employment Type : Full Time

Shifts Available: Days

Hours: 12-hour shifts - 7:00am - 7:00pm

Location : Riverview Regional Medical Center - Gadsden, AL

We are seeking a Progressive Care Unit LPN , sometimes referred to as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Practical Nurse . The Licensed Practical Nurse ( LPN ) plays an important role our hospital by providing hands-on care to patients recovering from surgery, managing chronic or acute illnesses, or undergoing diagnostic procedures. Working alongside RNs, physicians, and other healthcare team members to provide patient care our hospital's Progressive Care (PCU) Unit , LPNs focus on assisting with patient care and ensuring comfort and safety.

Responsibilities

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

• Monitor and record vital signs, observe for cardiac distress symptoms, and report telemetry changes to nurses or physicians
• Administer oral and injectable cardiac medications and monitor for side effects such as hypotension or electrolyte imbalances
• Assist with pre- and post-op cardiac procedures, prepare patients for diagnostic tests, and support recovery from cardiac events
• Educate patients on cardiac diets, medications, fluid restrictions, and maintain clear communication with families and care teams
• Accurately document all patient care activities and observations in the electronic health record system
• Work under the supervision of other nurses and report directly to them regarding patient care issues

Qualifications

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

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

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Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

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