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Job Summary

The LPN Graduate works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or licensed healthcare provider to deliver patient care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of care. While completing requirements for licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), the LPN Graduate gains hands-on experience and clinical skills in a supportive healthcare environment. This role focuses on basic nursing care, professional development, and collaboration with the healthcare team to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

Essential Functions

+ Provides direct patient care under the supervision of an RN, including monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and responding to patient needs.

+ Conducts focused patient assessments, identifying and reporting changes in patient conditions to the appropriate team members.

+ Administers medications, treatments, and injections as prescribed, ensuring compliance with the Nurse Practice Act and safety protocols.

+ Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of patient care plans.

+ Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient care, interventions, and observations in the medical record.

+ Ensures adherence to infection control protocols, safety standards, and healthcare regulations.

+ Assists with basic procedures such as wound care, catheterization, and specimen collection within the scope of practice.

+ Participates in the orientation and training of new staff or nursing students as assigned.

+ Collaborates with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure the delivery of coordinated care.

+ Prepares and maintains equipment and supplies necessary for patient care.

+ Responds to medical emergencies and supports code team interventions within the scope of competency.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

+ Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

+ Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

+ 0-1 years of experience as a nursing assistant or other allied health role required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

+ Basic understanding of nursing principles and practices, including patient care techniques and safety protocols.

+ Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.

+ Attention to detail and ability to follow established procedures and clinical guidelines.

+ Proficiency in basic computer skills, including the use of electronic health records (EHR).

+ Willingness to learn and grow in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Licenses and Certifications

+ LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure within 90 days of employment required

+ BCLS - Basic Life Support issued by American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or American Safety and Health Institute (ASHI) required

+ NRP - Neonatal Resuscitation required

+ TNCC - Trauma Nursing Core Course required

+ NIH - National Institute of Health Stroke Scale Certification required

+ STABLE certification within 6 months of employment required

State Specific Requirements

+ Alabama: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required. Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification required.

+ Florida: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required.

+ Georgia: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications within 90 days of employment required.

+ Indiana: CPR certification within 90 days of employment required.

+ Mississippi: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required.

+ New Mexico: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required. Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification and National Institutes of Health (NIH) Stroke Scale certification required. STABLE certification required within 6 months of employment.

+ Oklahoma: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required.

+ Pennsylvania: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.

Equal Employment Opportunity

This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.