Flexible Per Diem LPN Shifts Available in Altoona!

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care to patients and residents under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), physician, or other authorized healthcare professional, as applicable. The LPN monitors patient health, administers prescribed medications and treatments, performs nursing procedures within their scope of practice, and documents patient care accurately. LPNs collaborate with the healthcare team to promote patient safety, comfort, and well-being while following established care plans, professional standards, state regulations, and facility policies.

Duties
- Provide basic nursing care to patients and residents according to established care plans.
- Monitor and record vital signs, including blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration.
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments within the LPN’s authorized scope of practice.
- Perform wound care, dressing changes, and other nursing procedures as permitted by state regulations.
- Observe, assess, document, and report changes in patients’ conditions to the RN or healthcare provider, as appropriate.
- Assist with activities of daily living when necessary.
- Collect specimens and perform basic clinical procedures as authorized.
- Maintain accurate patient records and medication administration documentation.
- Educate patients and families on basic care instructions within the LPN’s role.
- Follow infection control procedures, patient safety standards, and facility policies.

Scope of Responsibility
- Deliver nursing care within the LPN’s legal scope of practice, training, and competency.
- Implement established nursing care plans and report patient responses.
- Administer medications and treatments as authorized by applicable regulations and facility policies.
- Monitor patients and promptly report significant changes or emergencies.
- Maintain patient confidentiality and accurate clinical documentation.
- Collaborate with RNs, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.
- Delegate or supervise unlicensed assistive personnel only when permitted by state law and facility policy.
- Follow professional standards, ethical guidelines, and patient safety protocols.

Setting / Facility Type
- Skilled nursing facilities (SNFs)
- Nursing homes and long-term care facilities
- Rehabilitation centers
- Hospitals
- Assisted living facilities
- Memory care units
- Home healthcare services
- Hospice and palliative care facilities
- Outpatient clinics and physician offices
- Continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs)

Requirements

Must hold an active and valid LPN license in the state of employment.

Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing program.

Current CPR/BLS certification, as required by the facility.

Previous nursing experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Knowledge of medication administration, wound care, infection control, and basic nursing procedures.

Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.

Ability to recognize changes in patient conditions and report them promptly.

Compassionate, dependable, and patient-focused.

Ability to work collaboratively with RNs, physicians, and other healthcare professionals.

Ability to perform essential job duties, including standing, walking, bending, and assisting with patient care, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Must comply with state nursing regulations, professional standards, and facility policies.

Willingness to work flexible schedules, including weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts, as needed.