Role Overview: The Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care in a clinical setting, addressing physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patients and families. Responsibilities include contributing to assessments, reinforcing education, administering treatments and medications, and evaluating care effectiveness. The role involves collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary teams, participating in evidence-based decision-making, and mentoring new staff and students.
Qualifications & Skills: Must graduate from a Specialty Training Program in Nursing. Candidates should demonstrate compassionate care, strong communication, teamwork, and adherence to policies and procedures. Experience in acute and chronic medical conditions, especially surgical orthopedic and joint surgery, is preferred.
Key Duties:
- Contribute to patient assessments, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care.
- Provide holistic care, promoting safety and patient satisfaction.
- Participate in discharge planning, patient education, and family support.
- Collaborate proactively with healthcare team members to meet patient needs.
- Mentor and precept new staff and students in a professional manner.
- Ensure compliance with all organizational policies and standards.
Work Environment & Benefits: Work is typically performed in a hospital setting with private and semi-private rooms, serving a diverse patient population. Benefits include full health coverage from day one, flexible savings plans, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, family support services, and voluntary insurance options.