Licensed Practical Nurse Nights Weekend Option

Kindred Healthcare•St. Louis, MO

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care within the scope of licensure for assigned patients, following established nursing standards and hospital policies and procedures. The role involves administering medications, performing treatments, assisting with rehabilitation and examinations, monitoring and communicating changes in patient condition, and contributing to patients’ plans of care. The nurse supports patient safety, pain management, and respectful, professional engagement with patients and families, including attention to psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and spiritual needs. This is a weekend-option night-shift position offered as full-time or part-time, with a $6 per hour weekend-option premium. Kindred Hospital St. Louis South is a 38-bed long-term acute care hospital that provides extended recovery care, including a four-bed high-observation unit, and 24-hour clinical care seven days a week.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited program for licensed vocational or practical nurses.
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse license.
BLS certification required.
Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on the patient’s age and clinical condition.
Basic computer knowledge.
Ability to organize tasks, develop action plans, set priorities, and function under stressful situations.
Ability to maintain a good working relationship within the department and with other departments.
Good and regular attendance.
Fluent English reading, writing, and speaking skills.

Nice To Haves

Intravenous Therapy and Blood certifications preferred.
Minimum six months of prior experience in an acute care setting preferred.
ACLS may be required in certain care areas.

Responsibilities

Administer medications, perform treatments, and provide patient care as prescribed under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.
Keep the Registered Nurse informed of activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in assigned patients’ conditions.
Provide appropriate pain management techniques and educate patients and families about pain management.
Administer medications according to the five rights of medication administration and within the scope of practice.
Assist with patient rehabilitation and treatment according to the medical plan of care, and update and revise the plan under Registered Nurse supervision.
Assist physicians with examinations, treatments, and special procedures, and perform technical and manual services as directed by the Registered Nurse.
Treat patients and families with respect and dignity, and identify and address their psychosocial, cultural, ethnic, and religious or spiritual needs.
Interact professionally with patients and families and involve them in forming the plan of care.
Communicate with Social Services or the Discharge Planner about patients’ in-hospital and post-discharge needs.
Interpret patient-status data to identify age-specific needs and provide appropriate care.
Perform patient-care duties in a manner that promotes safety and reduces the likelihood of medical or healthcare errors.
Perform other related duties as assigned.