Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Long Term Care (PRN)

Starr Regional Medical Center
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Long Term Care
Job Type: Per Diem |PRN
Position Summary
Under the direction of the Registered Nurse and the general supervision of the Department Leader, and with the authority from the Chief Nursing Officer, the staff Licensed Practical Nurse renders safe nursing care and directs and monitors the nursing care of assigned patients. The LPN administers medications, performs IV therapy and specialized treatments/procedures with advance training and demonstrated proficiency. Assists in supervision and orientation of Nursing Assistants. Performs all related duties in an ethical manner. The LPN must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based upon the physical, psycho/social educational safety and related criteria for the child, adolescent, adult and geriatric population served.
Your experience matters
Starr Regional Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a License Practical Nurse (LPN) joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
More about our team
Looking for a nursing career that combines clinical excellence with meaningful patient relationships? The Long Term Care Unit at Starr Regional Medical Center in Etowah provides RNs and LPNs with the opportunity to care for residents in a supportive, team-focused environment. Here, you'll be empowered to make a difference in the lives of patients through compassionate care, advocacy, and partnership. Make a lasting impact where patients become family. Provide personalized care while developing strong connections with residents and their loved ones. Join a team that values your contributions and helps you grow both personally and professionally.
How you'll contribute
A Long Term Care LPN who excels in this role:
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Essential Functions:
Under the supervision of an RN, carries out and documents assigned tasks and nursing interventions as addressed in the plan of care. Reviews and revises the plan of care.
Monitors each patient for the physical and psychosocial needs and alters plan of care as discussed with RN.
Prepares patients for OR and special procedures.
Administers medication by all routes, performs venipuncture and IV therapy.
Directs and assists in the supervision of Patient Care Techs.
Provides nutritional support as necessary (oral, enteral, peripheral) except Hyperalimentation.
Evaluates, communicates and documents care delivered to other members of the health care team through shift report, nursing care plans, progress notes
using notes, direct communications to team members, etc.
Inserts, monitors and maintains NG tubes, urinary caths, etc.
Assists patient with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
Assists physicians with exams, procedures, dressing changes, etc. as necessary.
Receives physicians’ orders, enters into the electronic medical record, and completes.
Assists with discharge instruction to patient and/or family regarding necessary information to continue care at home and documents response.
Utilizes both Infection Control and safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe environment.
Recognizes emergency situations and responds appropriately.
Participates in code situations as directed.
Reviews and performs shift assessments and reports any variations/concerns to RN.

Skills
Patient Care

Work arrangement
No