Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation·Dothan, Alabama
The LPN provides direct nursing care to patients on a medical surgical floor, including conducting assessments and administering medications. They collaborate with RNs and the healthcare team to implement care plans and ensure safe, high-quality patient outcomes.
Join us as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Med/Surg DAYS- 13 Week Internal Contract position at Flowers Hospital
Medical Surgical Floor - 4 South Shift: 3x 12hr shifts per week | 7AM- 7PM | 13 Week Internal Contract
Minimum 1 years of bedside experience required
Currently a 29 bed department, 4 South is a medical floor caring for a wide variety of patients. 4 South provides nurses with the opportunity to care for a vast number of diagnoses. This provides a wide variety of skills to use in future careers.
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.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
• 0-1 years of experience as an LPN in a healthcare setting required
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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.
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