Local LPN

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for a local healthcare facility. This position offers an immediate spot opportunity for qualified candidates to provide high-quality patient care across various settings, including long-term care, assisted living, acute care, and community health. The ideal candidate will possess a broad skill set encompassing medical documentation, patient assessment, medication administration, and specialized care such as IV infusion and dementia care. Experience with EMR/EHR systems like Epic, Cerner, or eClinicalWorks is highly valued. This role emphasizes patient-centered care within a collaborative team environment, supporting diverse populations including seniors, pediatrics, and individuals with developmental disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments including vital signs, physical examinations, and physiological evaluations.
• Administer medications and injections accurately following prescribed protocols while maintaining strict adherence to HIPAA and infection control standards.
• Manage IV infusions, catheter care, tube feeding, and ventilator support as required.
• Document all patient interactions and treatments thoroughly in electronic health records (EMR/EHR systems such as Epic or Cerner).
• Assist with diagnostic evaluations including specimen collection/processing, laboratory testing, and medical imaging coordination.
• Provide specialized care for patients with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, memory care needs, or behavioral health conditions.
• Support discharge planning and case management activities to ensure seamless transitions of care.
• Educate patients and families on health coaching, medication management, and post-acute care plans.
• Maintain sterile techniques during procedures like suturing or spinal taps and ensure infection control protocols are followed diligently.

Skills

• Proficiency with EMR/EHR systems such as Epic, Cerner, Athenahealth, or eClinicalWorks; familiarity with medical terminology and anatomy knowledge.
• Skilled in patient assessment techniques including vital signs monitoring and physical examinations.
• Ability to perform venipuncture, phlebotomy, catheterization, sterile processing techniques, and medication administration including injections.
• Strong understanding of infection control practices and aseptic techniques.
• Experience managing complex cases involving acute pain management, infectious disease care, or trauma (Level I & II Trauma Center experience).
• Knowledge of specialized procedures such as cardiac catheterization or gastrostomy tube management is advantageous.
• Excellent communication skills for working with patients of all ages—including children—and collaborating effectively within healthcare teams.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining high standards of patient safety and confidentiality under HIPAA regulations. This position offers an excellent opportunity for licensed practical nurses committed to delivering compassionate patient-centered care across a variety of clinical environments. Candidates should demonstrate flexibility in adapting to different patient needs while maintaining professionalism and attention to detail in all aspects of nursing practice.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $ $40.00 per hour

Application Question(s):

• Best time and best way to reach you through?

License/Certification:

• LPN (Required)
• BLS Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Sissonville, WV Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $82,400