Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Acute Care, Medical/Surgical Nursing, FT, Nights

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Job Summary

Provides nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician, including data collection, patient monitoring, and documentation. Responsible for patient and family education and performing licensed patient care functions.

Essential Functions

• Deliver patient-centered care based on individualized plans, addressing physical, emotional, cultural, spiritual, psychosocial, and educational needs.
• Monitor and document patient status, including vital signs, drains, dressings, and lab values.
• Report observations and changes in patient condition to healthcare team members.
• Maintain accurate, confidential medical records.
• Collect and document data using specialized equipment, and orient patients and families to routines.
• Administer and document medications per policy.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.
  
  

Supervisory/Management Responsibility

This is a non-management role reporting to a supervisor or manager.

Minimum Requirements

• Completion of an approved LPN program recognized by the State Board of Nursing.
• At least one year of LPN experience or equivalent residency/training programs.
  
  

Required Certifications, Licenses

• Current LPN license recognized by the NCSBN Compact or the state of practice.
• For those pursuing RN licensure, temporary acceptance until RN licensure is obtained.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge is not specified; strong communication and caregiving skills are implied.

Work Shift

Night shift

Location

Blount Memorial Hospital

Department

Medical/Surgical Nursing