Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Alpha Rae Personnel is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide nursing and direct patient care within the scope of practice and under the direction of an authorized healthcare professional.

Schedule Requirements

1st Shift: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Must be flexible to work 2nd Shift: 1:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Must be available to work any day of the week, including weekends and holidays

Schedule, shift, and days may change based on facility needs

Must be available to start and have no upcoming scheduling conflicts, including vacations, appointments, or school

Must arrive on time and be on the floor and ready to work at the scheduled start time

What You'll Do

Provide nursing care within the scope of LPN practice and under the direction of an RN or other authorized healthcare professional

Administer medications and treatments, including oxygen, injections, wound care, catheter care, and other nursing procedures as directed

Maintain medication accountability records and medication stock

Monitor, document, and report patient conditions, treatment responses, medication reactions, behavior, and progress

Take vital signs and provide assistance with grooming, hygiene, bathing, and activities of daily living

Reposition patients and respond to patient alarms

Escort patients and assist with recreational and group activities according to treatment plans

Provide work direction, orientation, and training to lower-level direct-care staff

Participate in staff conferences, committees, interdisciplinary team meetings, in-service training, and nursing meetings

Order medications, medical supplies, and maintain nursing equipment and supplies

Clean, sterilize, and restock the medication cart and medication area

Perform clerical duties, including answering phones and filing

Requirements & Qualifications

Current, valid Ohio Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required

Current BLS/CPR certification required

Knowledge of skilled licensed practical nursing procedures and pharmacology

Knowledge of patient care, first aid, CPR, HIPAA regulations and standards, and general healthcare practices and procedures

Ability to safely operate medical equipment used in patient care

Strong ability to recognize unusual or threatening conditions and take appropriate emergency action

Ability to understand and follow nursing manuals, treatment instructions, and verbal directions

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to establish good rapport with patients and residents

Ability to administer medications and perform medical treatments within scope of practice

Ability to demonstrate the dexterity and physical strength necessary to perform nursing duties, including moving, repositioning, or restraining patients when required

Ability to maintain accurate patient, medication, and treatment records

Ability to provide direction, orientation, and training to lower-level direct care staff

Flexibility to work assigned shifts, including weekends and holidays, based on facility needs

If you are a dependable Licensed Practical Nurse who can meet the required scheduling flexibility and is ready to begin, apply today.