Med Surg Oncology Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Description The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) performs a variety of delegated nursing tasks and participates in patient care within their Scope of Practice, guided by registered nurses, licensed physicians, or other specified health care professionals. Within the Oncology unit, the Oncology LPN will specialize in providing high quality care to patients with cancer, assisting with palliative care and chemo administration. Shift Details Rotating Days and Nights / 12-Hour Shift Unit Specific Information 32 bed unit with 1 radiation room Patient Demographic Care for med surge patients that include CHF, diabetes, cellulitis, PNA, respiratory illnesses, and many more. Patient population includes oncology and palliative care patients. Essential Functions Assists with admission and check‑in process, including orienting patients and completing necessary forms. Prepares and administers medications within the scope of practice, and assists with patient activities of daily living, preparing them for medical or surgical interventions. Obtains and tracks specimens for laboratory analysis, and documents patient care, interventions, and updates care plans accurately and timely. Communicates with supervisory RN, physicians, or licensed independent practitioners regarding patient care and changes in condition, and participates in patient education about health status, maintenance, and management of conditions. Follows legal and ethical standards, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, accurate documentation, and participates in quality improvement projects and initiatives, acting as a mentor or trainer to other staff if required. Skills Patient Care Patient and Family Education Documentation Quality Improvement Communication Accountability Patient Care Coordination Nursing Minimum Qualifications Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in state of practice. Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS‑HCP) certification upon hire or obtained within 60 days of hire with prior approval. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) required if applicable to unit. May need IV certification as required by facility. Colorado sites: Current IV Certification or obtain IV Certification in the State of practice within three (3) months of hire. Montana sites: Completion of in‑house education and competency sign‑off within three (3) months of hire. LPNs hired into hospital departments that do not include a long‑term care or behavioral health setting must be enrolled and complete their RN within 4 years. Preferred Qualifications One (1) year experience in a clinic or acute hospital nursing setting. One (1) year specialty clinic experience. Physical Requirements Ongoing need to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies. Frequent verbal communication, hearing and understanding spoken information, alarms, needs and issues quickly and accurately, especially during emergency situations. Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy (includes frequent computer use and typing for documentation and medication preparation). Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients; bend to retrieve, lift and carry supplies and equipment up to and including heavy items. Ability to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment, including pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment. May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time. For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles. Location & Compensation Intermountain Health St. Vincent Regional Hospital, Billings, Montana. Weekly hours: 36. Hourly rate: $26.47 – $40.87 (actual rate based on experience). Benefits We provide a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster wellness, including living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged. Equal Opportunity Employment Intermountain Health is an equal‑opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Application Process Note All positions are subject to close without notice. #J-18808-Ljbffr Intermountain Health