Licensed Practical Nurse Med Surg Oncology
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) performs a variety of delegated nursing tasks and participates in patient care within their Scope of Practice, guided by registered nurses, licensed physicians, or other specified health care professionals. Within the Oncology unit, the Oncology LPN will specialize in providing high quality care to patients with cancer, assisting with palliative care and chemo administration. Shift Details: Rotating Days and Nights/ 12-Hour Shift Unit Specific Information: 32 bed unit with 1 radiation room Utilize mentor/team nursing to provide resources for new grads and new hires Patient Demographic: Care for med surge patients that include CHF, diabetes, cellulitis, PNA, respiratory illnesses, and much more. We specialize in oncology and palliative care providing high quality care and chemo administration We foster and promote teamwork and respect among peers Our unit strives to help new hires develop a strong med surg foundation and grow in their nursing practice.
Requirements
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in state of practice.
- Valid compact licenses must be transferred to the state of practice within 60 days of the start of employment.
- RNs with less than 12 months of experience must obtain their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) within four (4) years of their hire date.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree in nursing (BSN). Education must be obtained from an accredited institution. Degree will be verified.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required as of the job description's last update on 4/27/2025. Employees hired or promoted prior to this date will be held to the minimum requirements that were in place at the time of their promotion or hire.
Responsibilities
- Assists with admission and check-in process, including orienting patients and completing necessary forms.
- Prepares and administers medications within the scope of practice, and assists with patient activities of daily living, preparing them for medical or surgical interventions.
- Obtains and tracks specimens for laboratory analysis, and documents patient care, interventions, updating care plans accurately and timely.
- Communicates with supervisory RN, physicians, or licensed independent practitioners regarding patient care and changes in condition, and participates in patient education about health status, maintenance, and management of conditions.
- Follows legal and ethical standards, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, accurate documentation, and participates in quality improvement projects and initiatives, acting as a mentor or trainer to other staff if required.
Benefits
- We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
- Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.
- Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution. The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates. Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
