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The LPN provides essential nursing care, including conducting assessments, administering medications, and implementing care plans under RN supervision. They are responsible for monitoring patient conditions, maintaining accurate medical records, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure high-quality outcomes.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have 0-1 years of LPN experience and hold a valid LPN or LVN state license. Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification is required, with ACLS preferred.
professional certificateTime ManagementCommunication SkillsMedication AdministrationPatient AssessmentPatient EducationPatient SafetyEmergency ResponseWound CareInfection ControlInterdisciplinary CollaborationVital Signs MonitoringSpecimen CollectionMedical DocumentationCare Plan ImplementationCatheterizationCardiac Telemetry
Job description
Laredo Medical Center is currently hiring LPN Nights for the Skilled Nursing Unit department. Are you looking to join a hospital that delivers world-class patient care? Do you enjoy working with people who truly believe in community? If so, you just came across the perfect place!
What We Offer
Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Competitive Pay
401(k) with Employer Match
Life Insurance & Disability Coverage
Vacation
Sick Leave
Holidays
Personal Day
Family Medical Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Loan Forgiveness
Internal Promotion Opportunities
Job Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides essential nursing care to patients under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) and in collaboration with the healthcare team. The LPN supports patient care by conducting assessments, administering medications, and implementing care plans. This role ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality care in compliance with the Nurse Practice Act, professional standards, and state regulations while contributing to positive patient outcomes.
Essential Functions
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.
Benefits
Life Insurance
Sick Leave
Vacation
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Holidays
Competitive Pay
Tuition Reimbursement
Loan Forgiveness
Medical Coverage
Dental Coverage
Vision Coverage
Disability Coverage
401(k) With Employer Match
Family Medical Leave
Personal Day
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Internal Promotion Opportunities
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.
Telemetry LPN:
Record and report cardiac telemetry readings (but do not interpret them).
Monitor vital signs and provide basic care.
Administer medications and support patients with cardiac diagnoses.
Report any changes in rhythm or condition to the RN or provider.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
• 0-1 years of experience as an LPN in a healthcare setting required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Strong knowledge of nursing principles, medication administration, and patient care practices.
Proficiency in patient assessment, monitoring, and documentation.
Excellent communication skills for interactions with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
Organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities.
Knowledge of safety protocols, infection control measures, and regulatory requirements.
Adaptability to changes in patient care needs and healthcare practices.
Licenses and Certifications
LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure required or
LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse required
BCLS - Basic Life Support required
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
State Specific Requirements • Alabama
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certifications required. Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification required.
Florida: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required.
Georgia: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications within 90 days of employment required.
Indiana: CPR certification within 90 days of employment required.
Mississippi: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required. STABLE certification required within 6 months of employment.
New
Mexico: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required. Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification and National Institutes of Health (NIH) Stroke Scale certification required. STABLE certification required within 6 months of employment.
North
Carolina: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required.
Oklahoma: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certifications required.
Pennsylvania: Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S for any employer.
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