Huntsville Hospital Health System·Fort Payne, Alabama
The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for planning, supervising, and evaluating the nursing care of patients. This includes evaluating assigned patients, implementing nursing care, assisting physicians, and promoting patient independence through education.
Overview The Licensed Practical Nurse shall be responsible for planning, supervising and evaluating the nursing care of patients and for correlating the nursing process, the medical plan of care and policies.
The nurse evaluates assigned patients and plans, implements and documents nursing care.
Assists physicians during examinations and procedures.
Performs various patient tests and administers medications within the scope of practice of the registered nurse.
Promotes patients' independence by establishing patient care goals and teaching patients and families to understand conditions, medications, and self-care skills.
Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Performs a variety of tasks.
A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department.
Requires an associate's degree and is certified as a registered nurse.
Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.
Education: Graduate of an Accredited School of Nursing.
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited school of nursing and possess a current license with the Alabama Board of Nursing. New graduates are welcomed, but two years of experience in a hospital or medically related environment is desired.
Market context
Nursing roles in Alabama typically stay active across hospitals, clinics, and other care settings, especially when units need licensed RNs who can start quickly. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for current Alabama or multistate RN licensure, BLS, and education that meets the unit’s needs, with BSN or specialty certifications sometimes preferred. Review the unit-specific certification timeline and compare the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here with the original posting to save research time before applying.
