The LPN provides essential nursing care, including conducting assessments and administering medications under RN supervision. They are responsible for implementing care plans and maintaining accurate medical records to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a valid LPN or LVN state license and a BCLS certification. Zero to one year of healthcare experience is required, with ACLS preferred.
professional certificateMedication AdministrationPatient AssessmentPatient EducationEmergency ResponseWound CareInfection ControlInterdisciplinary CollaborationVital Signs MonitoringMedical DocumentationCare Plan ImplementationCatheterizationTelemetry Monitoring
Job description
Woodland Heights has an opening for a LPN PRN Days in our Med/Surg department!
We provide exceptional care for our patients and are looking for caring and knowledgeable team members to join us.
As a Nurse at WoodlandHeights, you’ll play a vital role in doing what you do best - providing quality care to our patients.
We know it’s not just about finding a job.
It’s about finding a place where you are respected, valued and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling.
A place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.
Woodland Heights is an employer that will motivate you, inspire you, and allow you to grow.
We are looking for the best.
If you are too, we invite you to learn more and apply today!
Job Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides essential nursing care to patients under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) and in collaboration with the healthcare team. The LPN supports patient care by conducting assessments, administering medications, and implementing care plans. This role ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality care in compliance with the Nurse Practice Act, professional standards, and state regulations while contributing to positive patient outcomes.
Essential Functions
Provides direct patient care under the supervision of an RN, including monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and responding to patient needs.
Conducts focused patient assessments, identifying and reporting changes in patient conditions to the appropriate team members.
Administers medications, treatments, and injections as prescribed, ensuring compliance with the Nurse Practice Act and safety protocols.
Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of patient care plans.
Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient care, interventions, and observations in the medical record.
Educates patients and families on health maintenance, medication management, and post-discharge care.
Ensures adherence to infection control protocols, safety standards, and healthcare regulations.
Assists with basic procedures such as wound care, catheterization, and specimen collection within the scope of practice.
Participates in the orientation and training of new staff or nursing students as assigned.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure the delivery of coordinated care.
Prepares and maintains equipment and supplies necessary for patient care.
Responds to medical emergencies and supports code team interventions within the scope of competency.
Telemetry LPN:
Record and report cardiac telemetry readings (but do not interpret them).
Monitor vital signs and provide basic care.
Administer medications and support patients with cardiac diagnoses.
Report any changes in rhythm or condition to the RN or provider.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
• 0-1 years of experience as an LPN in a healthcare setting required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong knowledge of nursing principles, medication administration, and patient care practices.
Proficiency in patient assessment, monitoring, and documentation.
Excellent communication skills for interactions with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
Organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities.
Knowledge of safety protocols, infection control measures, and regulatory requirements.
Adaptability to changes in patient care needs and healthcare practices.
Licenses and Certifications
LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure required or
LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse required
BCLS - Basic Life Support required
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
State Specific Requirements • Alabama
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required. Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification required.
Florida: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required.
Georgia: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications within 90 days of employment required.
Indiana: CPR certification within 90 days of employment required.
Mississippi: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required. STABLE certification required within 6 months of employment.
New
Mexico: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required. Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification and National Institutes of Health (NIH) Stroke Scale certification required. STABLE certification required within 6 months of employment.
North
Carolina: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required.
Oklahoma: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required.
Pennsylvania: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required. Woodland Heights Medical Center is your community healthcare provider, a 149-bed facility offering inpatient and outpatient services. We believe in the power of people to create great care. We're more than 200 healthcare professionals strong. We are a Joint Commission accredited facility and have received awards [https://www.woodlandheights.net/hospital-awards-accreditation] for cardiology [https://www.woodlandheights.net/cardiac-care], pulmonology, neurology and orthopedic surgery [https://www.woodlandheights.net/orthopedic-services]. We work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in the community we call home.
Our Values
Compassion
Accountability
Respect
Excellence
Service
Our Vision
To be recognized as the preferred healthcare provider and employer of choice in East Texas.
Our Mission
To be the leader in service excellence and quality. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any
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