Licensed Practical Nurse bei ExperCARE
ExperCARE · Tuscaloosa, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Onsite
- Junior
- Optionales Büro in Tuscaloosa
About ExperCARE
When it comes to urgent medical care, you want the comfort of a familiar face. ExperCARE Urgent Care is locally owned and operated, and you will always find a familiar face waiting to help you.
We combine our community roots with more than 100 years of combined experience from state-licensed and board-certified medical providers. That’s why our community has voted us their urgent care center of choice year after year.
Our commitment is simple—we’re dedicated to providing unmatched expertise, compassion, and convenience for your peace of mind. We welcome the opportunity to exceed expectations while providing access to experienced healthcare, right when you need it.
About the Role
ExperCARE is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our dynamic team. The LPN plays a key role in delivering high-quality nursing care, with a primary focus on geriatric patients in both long-term care and home health settings. This position involves monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and providing compassionate, individualized support.
The LPN will work collaboratively with our interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure care plans are carried out effectively and patient documentation is accurate. Flexibility and adaptability are essential, as the role involves responding to evolving patient needs in various care environments. Ultimately, this position is dedicated to improving quality of life and health outcomes through skilled and compassionate nursing care.
Responsibilities
Monitor and document patients’ vital signs; promptly report significant changes to supervising nurse or physician.
Administer prescribed medications and treatments per established protocols and care plans.
Provide direct patient care, including assistance with activities of daily living and mobility support.
Maintain accurate and timely patient care charts to ensure continuity of care.
Collaborate with healthcare team members to develop, implement, and evaluate individualized care plans.
Educate patients and families on medication adherence, preventive care, and health management.
Adapt care delivery to meet changing patient needs in long-term care and home health settings.
Comply with healthcare regulations, safety standards, and organizational policies.
Minimum Qualifications
Current and valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the state of employment.
Completion of an accredited practical nursing program.
Experience in geriatric nursing or long-term care settings.
Proficiency in monitoring vital signs and providing nursing care.
Strong attention to detail in patient documentation.
Preferred Qualifications
Home health nursing experience.
Certification in geriatric nursing or related specialty.
Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) systems.
Excellent communication skills for patient and family education.
Adaptability in dynamic care environments.
Skills
Expertise in geriatric nursing and patient-centered care.
Proficiency in vital signs assessment and clinical documentation.
Strong adaptability to changing patient needs and care settings.
Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
Strong communication skills for patient interaction and education.
