Licensed Practical Nurse - Per Diem/PRN
Affinity Home Health Care Inc · St Louis, MO · 6 days ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the Role
Provide patient care under the supervision or guidance of a Registered Nurse, utilizing the nursing process to ensure quality care, patient rights, and confidentiality.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate patient care across departments
- Maintain accountability for patient outcomes
- Float between various hospital facilities and departments, including Behavioral Health, Emergency, ICU, and Medical-Surgical units
- Provide direct patient care and ensure patient safety
- Maintain confidentiality
- Collaborate with healthcare teams across multiple facilities
- Self-schedule and manage availability for short-notice shifts
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Current LPN license
- Recent bedside LPN experience (1 year for Med Surg; 2 years for other specialties)
- BLS certification (required)
- ACLS and PALS certifications (for specific units)
- IV certification (required)
- Physical ability to lift, stand, and perform various movements
Skills
- Flexibility in scheduling and ability to work various shifts
- Adaptability to last-minute cancellations or changes
- Experience with Epic software (potentially required)
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
Benefits
- Flexible scheduling with incentive pay