Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Rehabilitation

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, delivering treatments, assisting in assessments, and supporting interdisciplinary care planning in accordance with the patient’s needs.

Essential Functions

• Administer medications safely, accurately, and based on patient age and clinical condition.
• Minimize potential for medication errors by following proper medication administration procedures.
• Assist the RN with initial assessments and patient reassessments per policy.
• Identify and implement appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions.
• Perform timely and accurate Quality Improvement (QI) assessments under RN supervision.
• Deliver care based on patient response to treatment and update the interdisciplinary plan accordingly.
• Assess and reassess pain; use appropriate pain management techniques and educate patients and families.
• Perform all patient care tasks in a manner that promotes patient safety and reduces medical errors.
• Develop and implement individualized teaching plans based on patient and family learning needs.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

• Demonstrates strong clinical skills and commitment to safe, patient-centered care.
• Ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary team environment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.
• Education: Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse program.
• Experience: Minimum six months of Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care setting preferred.
• License: Current state licensure as a Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse.
• Certifications: CPR/BLS certification required; IV Certification highly preferred or must be obtained within 6 months.