LPN -Prn

Job Summary: An LPN in a hospital is a vital member of the patient care team. They work under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) and physicians to provide direct patient care, monitor health conditions, and support patients and families throughout their hospital stay.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:     

• Patient Care
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed
• Monitor and record vital signs and symptoms
• Assist with diagnostic tests and procedures
• Provide wound care and dressing changes

Communication & Coordination

• Collaborate with RNs and physicians to develop care plans
• Communicate changes in patient condition to the healthcare team
• Educate patients and families on care procedures and post-discharge instructions.

Documentation

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records
• Document interventions and patient progress       

Safety and Compliance

• Follow infection control protocols
• Ensure cleanliness and organization of patient areas
• Adhere to hospital policies and legal regulations

Professional Development

• Participate in ongoing training and competency evaluations
• Contribute to process improvement initiatives

Position Skills & Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and must clearly demonstrate all required competencies. The education/experience, certifications, skills, physical demands, and work environment described below further define requirements associated with this position. Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills required. Strong relationship and communication with physicians, Advanced Practice Providers, and clinical leaders required. Continual industry and job specific education required.

Education/Experience:

• Completion of an accredited LPN program
• Current LPN licensure in the state of practice
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Clinical experience in a healthcare setting preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
•  Ability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment

Compliance and Regulatory:

All employees are required to comply with all laws, regulatory guidelines, and health care policies. This includes, but is not limited to federal, state and local laws, applicable State Departments of Health, Healthcare Facilities Accreditation Program (HFAP), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), and LCMH Policies and Procedures. All employees are required to be compliant with hand hygiene guidelines as well as to adhere to safe practices, identify and report unsafe practices.

Other Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The physical demands frequently requires to lift and carry up to 35 pounds manually. For anything heavier, a mechanical lift or assistance from other staff is expected.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  There are mental and emotional requirements for all positions working in a health care setting due to the nature of the services provided. The requirements include handling multiple priorities, making decisions under pressure, working near others and/or in a distracted environment, managing anger/fear/hostility, managing stress appropriately, working with others effectively, and working alone effectively.

Travel & Telecommuting: Some travel outside the hospital environment may be required periodically. Some telecommuting and remote work times will be permitted at the approval and coordination with LCMH senior leadership.

Shift Differential

• Evening and night shifts are eligible for shift differential.
• Additional differential on weekend shifts. 

Salary & Benefits:

• Salary: The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, qualifications and other job-related reasons.
• Benefits: PRN employees are offered a  benefit package that includes generous Illinois Paid Leave and 401k. Details on benefits are available upon request.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Details

LCMH is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a workplace that is free of inappropriate or unlawful conduct on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or other protected group status as provided by law.