LPN Skilled Nursing Nights

Community Health Systems•Oro Valley, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is a full time position working night shift in the Skilled Nursing unit at Oro Valley Hospital. Our Skilled Nursing unit is located inside Oro Valley Hospital. Offering 33 private rooms, patients can comfortably recover from a variety of illnesses and injuries. Our goal is to help patients return to their lives outside the hospital. As a nurse on our team, you will work with other health care professionals while providing quality, patient centered-care.

Requirements

0-1 years of experience as an LPN in a healthcare setting required
LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure required or LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse required
BCLS - Basic Life Support required

Nice To Haves

ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred

Responsibilities

Provides direct patient care under the supervision of an RN, including monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and responding to patient needs.
Conducts focused patient assessments, identifying and reporting changes in patient conditions to the appropriate team members.
Administers medications, treatments, and injections as prescribed, ensuring compliance with the Nurse Practice Act and safety protocols.
Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of patient care plans.
Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient care, interventions, and observations in the medical record.
Educates patients and families on health maintenance, medication management, and post-discharge care.
Ensures adherence to infection control protocols, safety standards, and healthcare regulations.
Assists with basic procedures such as wound care, catheterization, and specimen collection within the scope of practice.
Participates in the orientation and training of new staff or nursing students as assigned.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure the delivery of coordinated care.
Prepares and maintains equipment and supplies necessary for patient care.
Responds to medical emergencies and supports code team interventions within the scope of competency.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.