LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides essential direct patient care under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) and physicians. LPNs are responsible for assessing patient needs, assisting in care planning, and implementing various aspects of patient treatment.

Primary Responsibilities

• Monitor and record patient vital signs, symptoms, and medical history.
• Absorb and assist patients with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
• Administer prescribed medications and injections under supervision.
• Absorb in wound care and other medical procedures as directed by an RN or physician.
• Communicate with patients and families to provide care instructions and emotional support.
• Document patient information accurately in electronic health records.

Knowledge And Skills

• Knowledge of basic nursing practices and healthcare protocols.
• Ability to observe and document patient conditions accurately.
• Certainty in administering medications and performing basic treatments.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• Completion of a state-approved practical nursing program.
• Current LPN licensure in Arkansas.

Preferred Qualifications

• Wound care certification (WCC, WOCN, CWCN, or equivalent) is preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of evidence based wound prevention and treatment practices, pressure injury prevention, infection prevention and control, enhanced barrier precautions, and regulatory standards applicable to long term care.
• Experience with electronic medical records and quality improvement initiatives is preferred.

Other Information

• This position is a safety sensitive position and is subject to random drug testing.
• All jobs offers and continued employment are contingent upon passing the pre-employment drug-screening, criminal background check, and adult maltreatment central registry checks (if applicable).
• The State of Arkansas offers employees access to health and dental benefits, retirement plans, life insurance, disability coverage, paid leave, wellness programs and much more.
• The Arkansas Department of Veterans Affairs serves Arkansas Veterans, and their eligible dependents, through advocacy and education to access federal and state benefits, high-quality long-term nursing care, and burial honors.