LPN Medsurg Orthopedics

The Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN) on the 4 West adult medical-surgical/orthopedic unit is responsible for delivering comprehensive nursing care to patients by performing assessments, implementing nursing diagnoses, and developing patient care plans. This role requires collaboration with ancillary nursing staff and other healthcare team members to uphold professional nursing standards. The LPN provides care to a diverse patient population including infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics, with a focus on medical-surgical patients. Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement total nursing care plans for assigned patients.
• Perform patient assessments and nursing diagnoses.
• Collaborate with ancillary nursing and multidisciplinary team members to maintain high standards of clinical nursing practice.
• Provide direct patient care consistent with unit protocols and patient needs.
• Maintain accurate documentation of patient care and nursing interventions.
• Ensure patient safety and comfort during care delivery.
• Participate in patient education and discharge planning as directed.

• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse in the state of practice.
• Minimum of one year of medical-surgical nursing experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Strong clinical assessment and patient care skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork abilities.

• Experience working in adult medical-surgical or orthopedic units.
• Comfortable working with diverse patient populations including pediatrics and geriatrics.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records and documentation systems.

• Night shift assignment from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
• Patient-to-nurse ratio approximately 5:1.
• Work environment includes a 24-bed adult medical-surgical/orthopedic unit.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a fast-paced clinical setting.

• 12-hour night shifts, typically from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM.
• Shift assignments based on unit staffing needs and scheduling policies.