Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Clinic Float Pool
Aurora Health Care · Milwaukee, WI · 1 mo ago
OTHRFull-time
About the role
Support the care team by performing clinical and administrative tasks that are vital to patient care. Licensed Practical Nurses must adhere to all relevant regulations and guidelines to ensure patient safety and confidentiality. They are expected to maintain a high level of professionalism and compassion during all interactions.
Responsibilities
- Welcome patients and support their transition into care.
- Take and record vital signs, medical histories, and health screenings.
- Prepare patients for exams and assist providers during procedures.
- Administer medications and vaccines as directed.
- Perform lab-related tasks including specimen collection and point-of-care testing.
- Document care accurately in the electronic health record.
- Partner with physicians, nurses, and teammates to deliver high-quality, coordinated care.
Requirements
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license issued by the state in which the team member practices.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) – must be obtained within 45 days unless department leader has determined it is not required.
- GED or HS Equivalency Diploma.
- Advanced training beyond high school that includes completion of an accredited or approved program; 1 year or more LPN experience preferred.
- Must have reliable transportation.
- Physical requirements: work consistently requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, bending, stooping, pushing, and pulling; must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds in handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies; possible exposure to communicable diseases; must speak, read, and write Basic English fluently; intact senses of sight, hearing, smell, and touch; manual finger dexterity.
Schedule
Schedule availability should range from 7:00am - 6:30pm. Start and end times are anytime