LPN – Surgical T7 (Inpatient) – Live Well Homecare

Role Overview:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care under the supervision of RNs, assisting with high-acuity patients or heavy patient loads. Tasks include administering oral and IV piggyback medications, trach care, dressing changes, NG tube management, ostomy care, and documentation of assessments and care plans.

Responsibilities:

Passes medications and manages IV fluids, excluding IV push meds

Charts assessments and care plans, collaborating with RNs and physicians/APPs

Performs wound dressing changes, trach care, NG tube insertions and care, ostomy care, and patient education

Reinforces discharge instructions and coordinates patient care based on physician orders

Qualifications & Skills:

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days (American Heart Association)
College diploma as an LPN