Position Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care and support under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or licensed healthcare provider. This role is responsible for administering medications and treatments, monitoring patient conditions, maintaining accurate medical documentation, and assisting with daily patient care in a clinical healthcare setting.
Qualifications
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care and support under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or licensed healthcare provider. This role is responsible for administering medications and treatments, monitoring patient conditions, maintaining accurate medical documentation, and assisting with daily patient care in a clinical healthcare setting.
Qualifications
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required
- Current CPR/BLS certification required
- Knowledge of practical nursing procedures, pharmacology, patient care practices, and medical terminology
- Understanding of HIPAA regulations, patient confidentiality standards, and healthcare compliance requirements
- Ability to accurately document patient information and maintain detailed medical records
- Strong observation, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to recognize emergency or unusual patient conditions and respond appropriately
- Proficiency in the use of medical equipment and healthcare documentation systems
- Physical ability to assist, reposition, or restrain patients when necessary
- Previous experience in a hospital, clinic, long-term care, behavioral health, or healthcare facility setting preferred
- Experience working with interdisciplinary healthcare teams preferred