What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN - PRN position at ADAIR COUNTY HEALTH SYSTEM?
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Med-Surg & Emergency Department PRN
Adair County Health System (ACHS) is seeking compassionate, skilled Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to join our Medical-Surgical and Emergency Department teams on a PRN basis. This opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact while working alongside supportive, dedicated clinical professionals.
In this role, you’ll use your current nursing expertise while expanding your skill set across both Med-Surg and Emergency care in a collaborative, patient-centered environment. Whether you’re looking to grow professionally or bring your experience to a close-knit healthcare team, this position offers variety, challenge, and purpose.
At ACHS, we’re continually looking for highly skilled and passionate professionals to join our team. We offer competitive wages, excellent benefits, and a healthy work/life balance—but what truly sets us apart is our culture. Recognized as an Iowa Top Workplace in 2022, 2023, and 2025, we’re proud that this honor is based solely on feedback from our employees.
What You’ll Do
- Provide nursing care to patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse
- Assist with patient assessments, care plans, and evaluation of patient responses
- Deliver total patient care including hygiene, ambulation, and elimination needs
- Educate patients and families as directed by the RN
- Initiate and assist with emergency support measures (Basic Life Support required)
- Support ER patient care as a second assist when needed
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in patient records
- Ensure patient confidentiality and professional, courteous interactions
- Maintain a safe work environment by following OSHA standards and universal precautions
- Assist with equipment setup, maintenance, and supply management
- Monitor coworker workload and provide assistance as needed
- Participate in staff education, orientation, and mandatory meetings
- Float to other departments as needed with appropriate orientation
- Support outpatient services when requested (e.g., SC, CR, SLS)
- Adhere to hospital safety, risk management, and quality improvement policies