Licensed Practical Nurse

1 week ago

Blanding, Utah, United States Blue Mountain Hospital Full time
Job Title:
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Med Surg/Postpartum/Newborn Care

Location:
Blue Mountain Hospital

Reports to:
Nursing Manager

Job Type:
Full-time

Job Summary:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides basic, hands-on care to patients, meeting their physical and emotional needs in various units, including medical-surgical, postpartum, and neonatal care.

Working under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN) or physician, the LPN follows hospital policies and standards. The role involves clear communication with the healthcare team about patient conditions, test results, and symptoms.

Key Responsibilities:

Med-Surg Care:
Administer medications, monitor vital signs, and assist with medical treatments for patients recovering from surgery or managing chronic conditions.
Perform wound care, IV therapy, and patient assessments.
Monitor patients' progress and report any changes to the RN or physician.
Assist patients with daily activities, including bathing, dressing, and mobility as needed.

Postpartum Care:
Provide care for postpartum mothers, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and educating them on postpartum recovery.
Assist with breastfeeding education and provide emotional support to new mothers.
Monitor for signs of complications such as postpartum hemorrhage or infection.

Newborn Care:
Perform routine newborn assessments, including monitoring weight, temperature, and overall health.
Assist in feeding (breastfeeding and bottle-feeding) and educating new parents on infant care.
Administer newborn medications and immunizations as required.
Monitor for any signs of distress in newborns, such as jaundice or difficulty breathing.

Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to ensure comprehensive patient care.
Maintain accurate and timely patient records, including documentation in the electronic medical records system.
Uphold infection control protocols and adhere to hospital policies and procedures.
Provide compassionate care while maintaining patient confidentiality and professional standards.

Qualifications:

Education:
Graduate of an accredited LPN program.

Licensure:
Current and active LPN license in the state of [State].

Certifications:
BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certification preferred, or willingness to obtain within 6 months of hire.
IV Certification preferred.

Experience:
Minimum of 1 year of experience in a clinical setting (Med-Surg or postpartum/newborn care experience preferred).

Skills and Competencies:
Strong clinical skills in medication administration, patient monitoring, and newborn care.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team.
Basic computer skills for documentation in the electronic medical record system.

Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand for long periods, bend, and lift patients as needed.
Must be able to work rotating shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.

Culture Statement:
At Blue Mountain Hospital, we are committed to a culture of excellence, empowerment, accountability, and affirmative communication.

Value Statement:
Blue Mountain Hospital strives to exemplify values of Excellence, Integrity, Respect, Cultural Sensitivity, Compassion, Accountability, Stewardship and Collaboration.

Vision Statement:
Blue Mountain Hospital vision is to be the standard for rural hospitals.

Mission Statement:
Blue Mountain Hospital is committed to providing an atmosphere of excellence in healing, quality physician care and inspired employees.

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