Licensed Practical Nurse

Edgewood Summit Inc
  • Charleston, WV
    17 days ago

    Job Description

    Overview

    We are seeking a compassionate and dependable Licensed Practical Nurse to join our healthcare team. In this role, you will provide high-quality, patient-centered care while working collaboratively with physicians, registered nurses, and other clinical professionals. The ideal candidate is attentive, organized, and committed to supporting positive patient outcomes in a professional and respectful environment.

    Responsibilities

    • Provide direct nursing care in accordance with established care plans, policies, and procedures.
    • Monitor patients’ conditions, record observations, and report changes to the appropriate clinical team members.
    • Administer medications and treatments as authorized and within scope of practice.
    • Assist with routine procedures, patient assessments, and diagnostic preparations.
    • Support patients with daily care needs while promoting comfort, dignity, and safety.
    • Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care, interventions, and outcomes.
    • Communicate effectively with patients, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
    • Follow infection control, safety, and regulatory standards at all times.
    • Assist in patient education and reinforce care instructions as directed.
    • Contribute to a positive and collaborative care environment.

    Qualifications

    • Current licensure as a Practical Nurse in the applicable state or jurisdiction.
    • Completion of an approved practical nursing program.
    • Experience in a clinical, long-term care, hospital, outpatient, or similar healthcare setting preferred.
    • Strong knowledge of nursing principles, patient care practices, and safety standards.
    • Ability to accurately document care and communicate clearly with team members.
    • Excellent interpersonal skills with a patient-focused approach.
    • Ability to prioritize tasks and respond effectively in a fast-paced environment.
    • Basic computer skills and familiarity with electronic health records preferred.

    Preferred Attributes

    • Reliable, adaptable, and committed to high standards of care.
    • Professional and compassionate approach when working with diverse patient populations.
    • Strong attention to detail and sound clinical judgment.
    • Ability to work independently while also contributing to a team-based setting.

    What We Offer

    • A supportive and collaborative work environment.
    • Opportunities to build clinical skills and professional experience.
    • Competitive compensation and benefits, depending on role and location.
    • The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives every day.

    Additional Information

    This position requires adherence to all applicable licensing requirements, facility policies, and state and federal regulations. Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the role with or without reasonable accommodation.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationCharleston, WV

    Skills

    • Clinical Competencyunmatched
    • Clinical Nursingunmatched
    • Communication Skillsunmatched
    • Computer Skillsunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Documentationunmatched
    • Establish Prioritiesunmatched
    • Federal Laws and Regulationsunmatched
    • Health Planunmatched
    • Healthcareunmatched
    • Hospitalunmatched
    • Infection Controlunmatched
    • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
    • Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurseunmatched
    • Licensingunmatched
    • Long-Term Careunmatched
    • Medical Diagnosisunmatched
    • Medical Record Systemunmatched
    • Medical Treatmentunmatched
    • Medication Administrationunmatched
    • Nursingunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Outpatient Careunmatched
    • Patient Assessmentunmatched
    • Patient Careunmatched
    • Patient Educationunmatched
    • Quality of Careunmatched
    • Registered Nurse (RN)unmatched
    • Regulationsunmatched
    • Safety Standardsunmatched
    • Standards of Careunmatched
    • State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched

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