LPN - Emergency Room
About The Position
Helena Regional Medical Center is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse for its Emergency Room team. The role provides high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment and requires proficiency in emergency care, critical thinking, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to support optimal patient outcomes. The LPN assesses and triages patients, delivers prescribed medications and treatments, monitors patient condition, supports airway management, documents care in accordance with HIPAA, collaborates on individualized care plans, educates patients and families, and participates in quality improvement initiatives.
Requirements
- Current LPN license in the state of Arkansas.
- Strong understanding of medical records management and HIPAA compliance.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively under pressure.
- Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required by the department.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in an Emergency Room or critical care setting.
- Familiarity with Observation patient care.
Responsibilities
- Assess and triage Emergency Room patients, prioritizing care based on the severity of their conditions.
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments while following safety protocols.
- Monitor patients’ vital signs and respond promptly to changes in their condition.
- Provide airway management and support for patients requiring respiratory assistance.
- Accurately document patient interactions in medical records while adhering to HIPAA regulations.
- Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educate patients and their families on health management, including health coaching techniques.
- Participate in departmental quality improvement initiatives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
