LPN (El Dorado, AR)

University of Arkansas•El Dorado, AR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at UAMS Family Medical Center in El Dorado, AR! This is your chance to make a real difference by providing personalized, compassionate care to patients and their families. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team in a vibrant, supportive environment where innovation and patient-centered approaches thrive. As an LPN, you will play a key role in assessing patient needs, administering medications, and facilitating seamless communication between patients and healthcare providers. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, you'll work directly with patients and their families to develop and implement tailored health plans. Your responsibilities include triage, assessment, planning, patient education -whether by phone or in-clinic- and ensuring high-quality care at every step. We’re looking for someone who is compassionate, detail-oriented, and energized by delivering exceptional care in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. If you’re ready to contribute to a team dedicated to excellence in family medicine, we want to hear from you. Join us at UAMS and enjoy a fulfilling career where your skills help transform lives!

Requirements

High School, GED or formal educational equivalent.
Current and valid LPN license by the State of Arkansas and a Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
One (1) year of clinical nursing experience or will consider a new grad with a current license and one year of previous medical experience (MA, PCT, CNA).
Current BLS certification or must successfully obtain certification within the first 30 days of employment.
Must have strong organizational skills and computer knowledge.
Strong clinical expertise and technique.
Working knowledge of data processing equipment, basic medical terminology, and applications.
Attention to communication, oral, written, and persuasive.
Must be able to build collaborative relationships.
Possess personal credibility.
Ability to make independent judgments that have highly significant impacts on the organization.
Ability to provide motivational support to an area of responsibility.
Strong customer service orientation, patient advocacy, and patient education skills.
Must have strong organizational skills and computer knowledge.
Intermediate computer skills.
Professional and courteous telephone etiquette.
General knowledge of office machines, including printers, fax machines, etc.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

Nice To Haves

Immunization experience.
CPR certification.
Ambulatory experience.
EPIC experience.

Responsibilities

Direct patient care within the limits of the Nurse Practice Act of the State of Arkansas, UAMS policies, procedures, and standards.
Accountable for adhering to UAMS care guidelines.
Observe patients, charting, and reporting changes in patients' conditions.
Provide basic care and treatment of patients.
Administer prescribed medications and start intravenous fluids, if needed.
Assist patients in standing, walking, and other movements.
Answer the patient's call and determine how to assist them.
Collect samples such as blood, urine, and sputum from patients and perform routine laboratory tests on samples.
Clean rooms and prepare exam room for the next patient.
Inventory and requisition supplies and instruments.
Record necessary data in regards to intake and output.
Models the Core Values of UAMS - Integrity, Respect, Diversity, Teamwork, Creativity, and Excellence in compliance with company guidelines.
Performs related responsibilities as required or assigned.
This position will be used to fill multiple vacancies.