LPN - (Acute), Fulltime 6pm-630am, $25.61-$35.90, Sign on Bonus - Shift Diff $3.00-$5.00
Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center·Walsenburg, Colorado
Spanish Peaks Regional Health Center·Walsenburg, Colorado
The LPN is responsible for organizing and evaluating direct nursing care for patients in an acute care or extended care unit. Key duties include administering medications, monitoring patient conditions, and collaborating with RNs to implement care plans.
Description As an LPN Staff Nurse, you will be responsible for the organization, coordination, and evaluation of direct nursing care for assigned patients.
You will play a key role in promoting a safe, therapeutic, and patient-focused environment while supporting our mission, vision, and values.
Are you a dedicated Registered Nurse who thrives in a dynamic acute care environment?
Do you have a passion for delivering high-quality, patient-centered care?
If so, we invite you to join the team at SPRHC as an LPN Staff Nurse in our Extended Care Unit / Acute Med-Surg floor.
At SPRHC, we are committed to excellence, compassion, and integrity.
Our nurses are at the heart of everything we do.
$25.61-$35.90 per hour based on experience and qualifications (eligible for shift differentials).
$3,000
Essential
Job
Function:
Provides direct resident care except as prohibited by the Nurse Practice Act of Colorado or and Federal, State or VA regulation.
Complete resident observations in accordance with education and training. Consult with RN regarding any abnormalities or concerns.
Actively seeks to assure resident confidentiality, rights and privacy by upholding HIPAA regulations and other governing rules associated with the facility.
Administer medications to patients and monitor patients for reactions or side effects.
Provide guidance and support to other assigned staff members working in the area.
Monitor, record and report symptoms or changes in patients’ conditions; reports appropriately to the RN/Charge Nurse.
Participates in care planning for individual residents and the evaluation and documentation of the results of the plan.
Monitor all aspects of patient care, including diet and physical activity.
Prepare patients for and assist with examinations and treatments.
Provide routine skin assessments with complete documentation and wound assessment as indicated.
Reviews medication records for completeness, accuracy in the transcription of physical orders and adherence to stop order policies.
Assumes responsibility for resident advocacy in resolving conflicts involving the physician and others involved in the resident care.
Perform other functions as required to fulfill the expectations of the LPN.
An acceptable combination of education, training and experience that provides the above knowledge, abilities and skills may be substituted.
Necessary
Special
Requirements: Must obtain annual flu vaccination and any job-specific immunizations. Required to complete Tuberculosis testing/screening.
Licenses or
Certificates: Valid state license as an LPN. Current Basic Life Support/CPR certification.
Unusual
Demands: Work is subject to recurring and inflexible deadlines and frequent interruptions.
All Employees are eligible for: · Employee Assistance Program · 403B retirement fund options (employer match after one year of employment)
· Medical including telehealth options · Dental and vision benefits · Basic Life Insurance and AD&D (employer paid) · Supplemental Life/AD&D · Paid Time Off · Short-term disability, Cancer Protection Assurance Accidental, Critical Care, Hospital Indemnity Insurance · Cafeteria Meal Discount · Tour of Duty (Paid temporary housing for those who qualify)
If you’re considering joining our team this position will be open for a minimum of 5 days or until filled.
Market context
Colorado nursing roles like this often draw steady demand from home health and hospice settings, where employers look for RNs who can work independently and manage patient care in the field. These positions are competitive because a current Colorado RN license, prior nursing experience, reliable transportation, and familiarity with HCHB can all strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license, driving documents, and home health or hospice experience before applying.
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