LPN Med/Surg

Minden Medical Center•Minden, LA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Join Minden Medical Center as a Full-Time LPN and immerse yourself in an empowering environment focused on healthcare excellence. In this onsite position, you will work directly with patients, making a real impact in their lives while collaborating with a dedicated team of healthcare professionals. Experience the satisfaction of problem-solving daily challenges and delivering empathetic, customer-centric care in a vibrant, high-performance culture. At Minden, innovation thrives as you will have opportunities to implement new ideas and practices that enhance patient care. Your contributions will be vital in maintaining our commitment to safety and integrity. This is not just a job; it’s a chance to be part of a forward-thinking organization that values every team member's input and efforts. You will be given great benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, and Competitive Salary. Seize the opportunity to grow professionally while ensuring the well-being of our community in the heart of Minden. What would you do as a LPN As a Full-Time LPN at Minden Medical Center, your day-to-day responsibilities will focus on delivering high-quality patient care during the night shift from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. You will start each shift by reviewing patient records and assessing individual needs, ensuring effective communication with physicians and nursing staff. Throughout your night shift, you’ll administer medications, monitor vital signs, and provide hands-on support for daily activities. Expect to foster an empathetic environment by engaging with patients and their families, answering questions, and providing comfort as needed. Problem-solving will be a key aspect of your role as you address any arising medical concerns promptly. You will also maintain meticulous documentation of patient care and collaborate with your team to uphold safety and quality standards. Embrace the chance to make a meaningful difference in every shift at Minden Medical Center. What matters most To thrive as a Full-Time LPN at Minden Medical Center, you will need a blend of technical and interpersonal skills essential for delivering exceptional patient care. A current LPN licensure with the Louisiana State LPN Board of Nursing is required, along with a minimum of one year of Medical/Surgical experience preferred to ensure you are well-prepared for the challenges of the role. You must be proficient in the use of electronic health record (EHR) systems and other medical software to document patient interactions accurately. Certification in BLS through the American Heart Association is mandatory, while PALS certification is a plus. Interpersonal skills are crucial, as you will work collaboratively with healthcare teams and must be comfortable floating between Med-Surg floors as needed. Demonstrating empathy, problem-solving capabilities, and a commitment to excellence will be vital for contributing effectively to patient well-being at Minden Medical Center. Knowledge and skills required for the position are: Current LPN licensure with the Louisiana State LPN Board of Nursing required; One year Medical/Surgical experience preferred. Certification/Registration: BLS through the American Heart Association required. PALS preferred. All Med-Surg staff will be required to float as needed to both Med-Surg floors Your next step We believe in taking care of our team, both on and off the job. That's why we offer a mobile-friendly application process - because we know your time is valuable. If you're ready to take your management skills to the next level and join a team that values hard work and good times, complete our application today!

Requirements

Current LPN licensure with the Louisiana State LPN Board of Nursing required
One year Medical/Surgical experience preferred
proficient in the use of electronic health record (EHR) systems and other medical software to document patient interactions accurately
Certification in BLS through the American Heart Association required
comfortable floating between Med-Surg floors as needed
Demonstrating empathy, problem-solving capabilities, and a commitment to excellence

Nice To Haves

PALS certification

Responsibilities

delivering high-quality patient care during the night shift from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.
reviewing patient records and assessing individual needs
ensuring effective communication with physicians and nursing staff
administering medications
monitoring vital signs
providing hands-on support for daily activities
fostering an empathetic environment by engaging with patients and their families, answering questions, and providing comfort as needed
addressing any arising medical concerns promptly
maintaining meticulous documentation of patient care
collaborating with your team to uphold safety and quality standards