Role Overview: The Inpatient Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care, addressing physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs. They contribute to assessments, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, ensuring safety and satisfaction. They collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, reinforce patient and family education, and participate in discharge planning.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver treatments, medications, and diagnostic tests per policies.
- Evaluate nursing interventions’ effectiveness based on patient responses.
- Collaborate proactively with physicians, staff, and other team members to meet patient needs.
- Participate in evidence-based practice decision-making at the unit level.
- Mentor and precept new staff and students, fostering professional growth.
- Contribute data for patient assessments and promote adaptive responses.
Qualifications & Skills: Graduate from a specialty nursing training program required; Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing preferred. Must meet qualifications for providing care in assigned unit and demonstrate compassionate, patient-centered care. Ability to work in a clinical environment and collaborate effectively is essential.
Additional Information: The role supports professional growth, offers mentorship, and encourages participation in shared governance. Benefits include full healthcare coverage, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, and supportive policies for work-life balance. Commitment to safety and a diverse, inclusive environment is emphasized.