LPN Float Pool

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Gadsden, AL

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides essential nursing care to patients under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) and in collaboration with the healthcare team. The LPN supports patient care by conducting assessments, administering medications, and implementing care plans. The role ensures safe, high-quality care in compliance with the Nurse Practice Act, professional standards, and state regulations while contributing to positive patient outcomes. The position provides direct care, monitors and reports patient conditions, administers prescribed medications and treatments, contributes to patient care plans, and maintains patient-care documentation. It also includes educating patients and families, following infection-control and safety requirements, assisting with basic procedures, supporting team coordination and staff orientation as assigned, maintaining care equipment and supplies, and responding to emergencies within the scope of competency. The LPN performs other assigned duties and complies with all policies and standards.

Requirements

0–1 years of experience as an LPN in a healthcare setting required.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) state licensure or LVN (Licensed Vocational Nurse) credential required.
BCLS (Basic Life Support) required.
Strong knowledge of nursing principles, medication administration, and patient care practices.
Proficiency in patient assessment, monitoring, and documentation.
Excellent communication skills for interactions with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
Organizational and time-management skills to handle multiple priorities.
Knowledge of safety protocols, infection-control measures, and regulatory requirements.
Adaptability to changes in patient care needs and healthcare practices.
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer; immigration sponsorship is not available now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) preferred.

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care under RN supervision, including monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and responding to patient needs.
Conducts focused patient assessments and reports changes in patient conditions to appropriate team members.
Administers prescribed medications, treatments, and injections in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act and safety protocols.
Assists in developing, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans.
Maintains accurate and timely documentation of care, interventions, and observations in the medical record.
Educates patients and families about health maintenance, medication management, and post-discharge care.
Follows infection-control protocols, safety standards, and healthcare regulations.
Assists with basic procedures, including wound care, catheterization, and specimen collection, within the scope of practice.
Participates in orientation and training of new staff or nursing students as assigned.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate care.
Prepares and maintains equipment and supplies needed for patient care.
Responds to medical emergencies and supports code team interventions within the scope of competency.
Performs other duties as assigned and complies with all policies and standards.