LPN - Inpatient Services

Locations

Fort Atkinson, WI 53538, USA

Fort Health Care is a patient‑centered hospital and healthcare system serving individuals, businesses and families in Jefferson, Dane, and Walworth Counties. We are seeking an LPN to join our Inpatient Services team.

Shift: Part time, Day/PM shift including every third weekend, 16 hours per bi‑weekly pay period.

Fort Health Care is proud to be named a 16‑time award winner of the Top Workplace award for Southeast Wisconsin, a 6‑time award winner of the USA Top Workplaces award, and a 2‑time winner of the Top Workplaces Culture Excellence award for Purpose & Values.

Our Mission Statement:
Improve the Health and Well‑being of Our Community.

Our Vision Statement:
Be the Healthiest Community in Wisconsin.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, education, and resources you need to perform your job and ample opportunities for professional growth.

The LPN assists a Registered Nurse (RN) and oversees Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) to carry out care plans and maintain patient comfort and well‑being. LPNs take on a direct role in providing personal care to those in their charge, often assisting with all areas of the patient’s daily living needs.

• Provides direct nursing care to patients on the unit, reporting concerns, data, and abnormal findings to the RN.
• Performs specific tasks and treatments as directed by the RN.
• Documents care provided in the patient’s electronic medical record.
• Collaborates with members of the care team to provide safe, quality patient care.
• Participates in patient treatment regimen, including administering medications (under the supervision of a physician and registered nurse).
• Interviews patients about current problems, medications, and allergies and reviews medical record for pertinent previous and current information.
• Communicates changes in patient behavior or health status to nurses, providers, and/or caregivers.
• Assists patient with eating, dressing, bathing, while obtaining data such as vital signs.
• Assists preparing patients for transfer or discharge.

• One year of healthcare experience preferred.
• Able to effectively communicate with care team, patient, and family members.
• Current State of Wisconsin LPN license; BLS within 6 months of hire required.
• Competitive pay.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Generous PTO Plan.
• Health insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Flexible Spending.
• Life insurance.
• Pharmacy discount.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Free parking.
• Employee gym.

Equal Opportunity Employer – This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.