Inpatient LPN

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics • Salem, OR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

As a licensed practical nurse (LPN) at Salem Health, you will provide safe, compassionate, evidence-based patient care by performing approved clinical skills within demonstrated competencies. You will closely monitor patient conditions and promptly communicate changes to the primary nurse. The role includes thorough documentation, reinforcing patient education, maintaining a safe environment, administering medications as authorized, and supporting patients’ daily living needs with a patient-centered approach. LPNs also contribute to teamwork and unit operations through flexibility, resource management, shift reporting, and assisting with staff orientation and unit needs.

This full-time position is in the Discharge Ready Unit at Salem Hospital in Salem, Oregon. It is scheduled for 36 hours per week across three 12-hour shifts on variable scheduled days and is non-exempt.

Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.

Nice To Haves

• One year in a medical setting using similar skills and performing similar activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate patient care by performing authorized LPN skills in accordance with policy, demonstrated competency, and the Salem Health LPN task list.
• Monitor and observe patients, and promptly report changes in condition, behavior, or vital signs to the primary nurse using clear communication.
• Deliver and assist with activities of daily living while promoting patient dignity, developmental appropriateness, independence, and family involvement.
• Accurately document patient care, observations, and outcomes using approved medical terminology, electronic systems, and downtime procedures as needed.
• Administer medications as authorized and reinforce patient education during routine care and daily activities.
• Maintain a safe environment by following infection control practices and patient identification standards, and using equipment and lifting techniques properly.
• Support unit operations and teamwork by demonstrating flexibility in assignments, assisting with resource management, floating as needed, and helping orient new staff.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package prioritizing mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations, and professional growth.
• Professional development.
• Tuition assistance.
• Clear career pathways.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed