LPN - Cardio-Pulmonary (Inpatient)

Role Overview The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides patient care support, working alongside RNs based on patient acuity and load. Responsibilities include administering oral medications, IV piggyback fluids (excluding push meds), dressing changes, trach care, NG tube care, ostomy management, and reinforcing discharge instructions. The LPN assists with documentation of assessments and care plans, charting on patient progress after initial RN assessments and care plan initiation. They communicate with physicians and Advanced Practice Providers (APPs) to coordinate care and receive orders. Qualifications & Skills Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days (American Heart Association)College diploma as an LPNExperience in medication administration, wound care, and patient documentationStrong communication skills to coordinate with healthcare team and reinforce patient education Key Duties Pass medications, hang IV fluids and piggybacksChart assessments and care plans after initial RN assessmentsPerform dressing and trach care, NG tube insertion and maintenance, ostomy careCollaborate with physicians/APPs for care coordination and order executionReinforce patient education and discharge instructions