LPN, Medical Unit

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions as a member of the patient care team, under the supervision of the registered nurse (RN) and the direction of the unit director. The LPN provides nursing care following established policies and procedures in accordance with the healthcare organization, while complying with laws and regulations in maintaining patient information.

• Participates in the collection of patient data.
• Collaborates with care team members to develop patient/family plan of care and prioritize strategies when needed.
• Implements orders, within scope of practice, for patient/family plan of care.
• Document and communicate actions to maintain continuity among the patient care team.
• Comply with procedures, regulations and rules in maintaining medical records.
• Provide direct patient contact while providing quality care.
• Administers medications/treatments and observes/documents patient’s response.
• Evaluates patient’s progress towards identified outcomes.
• Performs nursing care according to the population served on the unit as referenced in the Administrative, Scope of Services Policy.
• Performs other duties as needed or assigned.

Required:

• Practical Nursing degree from an accredited program
• Current Kansas Practical Nurse license
• Current Basic Life Support

Preferred:

• 2 years’ experience in an acute care setting
• IV Certification

We value inclusion and diversity. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.