Travel LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse

Travel LPN

Fusion Medical Staffing is seeking a skilled Licensed Practical Nurse for a 16 week travel assignment in Elgin, IL. As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of patients while enjoying competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the support of a dedicated clinical team.

Required Qualifications:

• One year of recent experience as an LPN
• Valid LPN license in compliance with state regulations
• Current BLS (AHA/ARC) or CPR certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Other certifications may be required depending on facility requirements

Summary:

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides hands-on nursing care to residents and/or patients, ensuring their medical and daily living needs are met with compassion and efficiency. LPNs monitor patient conditions, administer medications, assist with treatments, and collaborate with the healthcare team to promote residents' overall health and well-being.

Essential Work Functions:

• Provide bedside care to patients and assist with personal hygiene and activities of daily living
• Assist with wound care, catheter management, and other skilled nursing procedures
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments and treatments following facility policies, and state nursing regulations
• Document care provided and resident status accurately and in a timely manner
• Collaborate with RNs, CNAs, and healthcare providers to develop and follow individualized care plans
• Educate residents and families about medications, treatments, and disease management
• Support residents' emotional well-being, providing compassionate care and meaningful interactions
• Supervise CNAs and other support staff, delegating tasks appropriately
• Recognize and report changes in patient condition to RNs and healthcare provider team
• Respond to emergencies and implement appropriate interventions within the LPN scope of practice
• Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of practice

Required Essential Skills:

• Critical thinking, service excellence and good interpersonal communication skills
• The ability to read, write, & communicate in the English language is required
• Ability to read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions, and proficiency in PC skills
• Physical Abilities - Remain in a stationary position, move about, move equipment (50-100lbs), pushing, pulling, bending
• Interpersonal Skills - To work effectively with a variety of personnel (professional and ancillary) to present a positive attitude and professionalism
• Technical/Motor Skills - Ability to grasp, fine manipulation, pushing/pulling and able to move about when assisting with procedures and/or using department equipment.
• Mental Requirements - Must be able to cope with frequent contact with the general public, customers, and meeting deadlines under pressure. Must be able to work under close supervision occasionally as well as working without assistance from other personnel. Must be able to contend with irregular activity schedules occasionally and continuous concentration to detail
• Sensory - Visual acuity, ability to effectively communicate.

Benefits Include:

• Highly competitive pay for travel professionals
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with first day coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO) after 1560 hours
• Life and Short-term disability offered
• 401(k) matching
• Aggressive Refer-a-friend Bonus Program
• 24/7 recruiter support
• Reimbursement for licensure and CEUs

Why Choose Fusion? At Fusion Medical Staffing, our goal is to improve the lives of everyone we touch, and we're always looking for people like you to join our mission. Your passion for helping others deserves a partner just as committed to supporting you that's why we offer day one insurance, $0 copay for mental health services, scholarships and awards, exclusive discounts, and more. From your personal recruiter to our clinical and traveler experience teams, we're here to guide and celebrate you along your journey. You take care of others; we take care of you.