LPN/LVN-Womens Services - PRN Nights

Kindred Healthcare • Andalusia, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Women's Services provides direct, compassionate care to women and infants in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the LPN supports maternal, newborn, and pediatric patient needs through monitoring, treatments, education, and coordination with interdisciplinary teams. This role requires emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and a patient-centered mindset.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited practical/vocational nursing program
• Current LPN license in state of practice or Compact State License (if applicable)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required upon hire)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – within time frame specified in facility policy
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) – within time frame specified in facility policy
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – within time frame specified in facility policy
• Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) or Handle with Care– within time frame specified in facility policy
• IV Therapy Certification Course – within time frame specified in facility policy
• Demonstrated ability to work in high-stress environments
• Proficient in maternal, infant, and pediatric nursing fundamentals
• Strong judgment, decision-making, and time management skills
• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively across disciplines
• High level of professionalism and respect for diversity and patient privacy
• Adherence to infection control and safety standards
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and adapt to physically demanding settings
• Embraces core values: values every voice, shows courage, leans into new ideas

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in women’s health or pediatric care preferred

Responsibilities

• Contribute to patient assessment by collecting data for RN analysis
• Perform care interventions including medication administration and specimen collection
• Document care and changes in patient condition
• Assist patients with personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation
• Educate patients and families regarding care appropriate to condition, age, and culture
• Support interdisciplinary care coordination for transfer, discharge, and referrals
• Promote a safe and emotionally supportive environment for women and infants
• Advocate for patients' physical and emotional well-being
• Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or RN

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree