Part-Time In Patient LPN

About This Job

You bring comfort, healing, and compassionate care to our patients when they need it most. As a vital part of our inpatient care team, you support patient recovery by delivering high-quality nursing care in a fast-paced environment. You bridge the gap between patients and the medical team, ensuring every individual receives safe, attentive, and personalized treatment during their stay.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Performs accurate patient assessments to monitor health changes and report critical updates to the medical team.
• Administers medications safely according to prescribed plans and facility protocols.
• Monitors vital signs regularly to track patient stability and identify early warning signs of complications.
• Provides professional wound care to promote healing and prevent infection.
• Maintains accurate charting in electronic health records to ensure seamless communication across shifts.
• Delivers clear patient education to empower individuals and families regarding ongoing care and recovery steps.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Holds a current and valid Licensed Practical Nurse license in the state of practice.
• Possesses a current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from a recognized provider.

Experience

• Brings previous experience in an inpatient care or hospital setting.
• Demonstrates hands-on expertise in utilizing Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems for daily charting.

Knowledge/Skills

• Applies strong clinical skills in medication administration, wound care, and vital signs monitoring.
• Communicates effectively with patients, families, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Manages time efficiently to prioritize urgent patient needs in a dynamic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completes advanced certifications related to inpatient nursing or gerontology.
• Shows proficiency in specialized patient education techniques.

Physical Requirements/Work Conditions

• Stands and walks for extended periods during scheduled shifts.
• Lifts and moves patients safely using proper medical equipment and body mechanics.
• Works flexible part-time hours, including occasional weekends and holidays as facility needs require.