LPN Ortho/Oncology

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides essential nursing care to patients under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) and in collaboration with the healthcare team. The LPN supports patient care by conducting assessments, administering medications, and implementing care plans. This role ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality care in compliance with the Nurse Practice Act, professional standards, and state regulations while contributing to positive patient outcomes.

About the Role

This position requires strong knowledge of nursing principles, medication administration, and patient care practices. It also demands proficiency in patient assessment, monitoring, and documentation, excellent communication skills for interactions with patients, families, and healthcare teams, organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities, knowledge of safety protocols, infection control measures, and regulatory requirements, adaptability to changes in patient care needs and healthcare practices, and maintaining regular and reliable attendance.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care under the supervision of an RN, including monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and responding to patient needs.
• Conducts focused patient assessments, identifying and reporting changes in patient conditions to the appropriate team members.
• Administers medications, treatments, and injections as prescribed, ensuring compliance with the Nurse Practice Act and safety protocols.
• Aids in the development, implementation, and evaluation of patient care plans.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient care, interventions, and observations in the medical record.
• Educates patients and families on health maintenance, medication management, and post-discharge care.
• Ensures adherence to infection control protocols, safety standards, and healthcare regulations.
• Assists with basic procedures such as wound care, catheterization, and specimen collection within the scope of practice.
• Participates in the orientation and training of new staff or nursing students as assigned.
• Collaborates with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure the delivery of coordinated care.
• Prepares and maintains equipment and supplies necessary for patient care.
• Responds to medical emergencies and supports code team interventions within the scope of competency.

Requirements

• 0-1 years of experience as an LPN in a healthcare setting required.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strong knowledge of nursing principles, medication administration, and patient care practices; proficiency in patient assessment, monitoring, and documentation; excellent communication skills for interactions with patients, families, and healthcare teams; organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities; knowledge of safety protocols, infection control measures, and regulatory requirements; adaptability to changes in patient care needs and healthcare practices.

Qualifications

• LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure required or LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse required.
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required.
• ACLs - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred.
• State Specific Requirements: Various certifications and courses are required based on the state of employment.