Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) Rehabilitation

Lifepoint Health•Longview, TX

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role delivers treatments, assists with assessments, and supports interdisciplinary care planning according to patient needs. The position is full-time, day shift, in rehabilitation. The LPN is expected to demonstrate strong clinical skills and a commitment to safe, patient-centered care, and to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team environment.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse program.
Current state licensure as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse.
CPR/BLS certification required.
IV certification must be obtained within 6 months if not already held.

Nice To Haves

At least six months of Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care setting preferred.
IV certification highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Administer medications safely and accurately, taking patient age and clinical condition into account.
Follow proper medication administration procedures to minimize the potential for medication errors.
Assist the RN with initial assessments and patient reassessments according to policy.
Identify and implement appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions.
Perform timely and accurate Quality Improvement (QI) assessments under RN supervision.
Deliver care based on patient response to treatment and update the interdisciplinary plan accordingly.
Assess and reassess pain, use appropriate pain management techniques, and educate patients and families.
Perform patient care tasks in a manner that promotes patient safety and reduces medical errors.
Develop and implement individualized teaching plans based on patient and family learning needs.
Perform other duties as assigned.