LPN Swing Bed Unit FT Nights

About the role

The Swing Bed Unit at Lutheran Kosciusko Hospital (LKH) in Warsaw, IN is launching a new unit focusing on patient rehabilitation and transition out of acute care. This unit is a dedicated, hospital-based skilled nursing unit designed for short-term stay patients requiring progressive oriented recovery before discharge.

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.
• Assists 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.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience as an LPN in a healthcare setting required.
• 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.
• LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure required or LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse required.
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required.
• ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred.

Benefits

• Student Loan Repayment: Up to $20,000
• Excellent Benefit Package: From great medical and dental coverage to PTO plans and 401k match plans.