LPN (Inpatient Care Unit) - FT/72

S

Springfield Hospital, Inc

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Springfield, Vermont

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The LPN will follow the plan of care directed by the Registered Nurse and communicate effectively with patients and the healthcare team. They are responsible for applying critical thinking skills to deliver patient care and promoting health within the Inpatient Care Unit.

Qualifications

We are seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for our Inpatient Care Unit. This role requires graduation from an accredited nursing school, a current LPN license in Vermont, and BLS certification. While one year of inpatient experience is preferred, strong critical thinking, communication, and electronic medical record system skills are essential for effectively managing patient care under the guidance of a Registered Nurse.

Job Description

Description

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will:

  • Follow the plan of care as directed by the Registered Nurse.
  • Communicate with the patients, team members and management in an accurate and timely manner.
  • Apply critical thinking skills and consider alternatives in the delivery of patient care.
  • Develop and maintain human care relationships and integrate the influence of the human experience of health, illness and/or healing.
  • Manage self and resources effectively.
  • Apply leadership skills appropriately.
  • Incorporate teaching in the delivery of care and demonstrate competence in health promotion.
  • Apply knowledge integration skills for the patient populations served within the Inpatient Care Unit.

Requirements

  • Graduate from an accredited school of nursing
  • Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) licensure in Vermont in good standing
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers
  • One (1) year of inpatient experience (preferred)
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong critical thinking skills
  • Experience with electronic medical record systems.

Salary Range: The base rate for this position is $25.78 - $30.51 per hour. The hourly range reflected above is a good faith estimate of base pay for the position. The rate for this position ultimately will be determined based on the education, experience, knowledge, and abilities of the successful candidate.

Springfield Hospital is proud to offer competitive wages, comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental and vision, 401k with an employer match, short- and long-term disability insurance, paid time off, and referral bonuses. Employees are part of a close-knit, mission-driven team that values collaboration and growth.

S

Springfield Hospital, Inc

Springfield Hospital is a not-for-profit, critical access hospital located in Springfield, VT. Springfield Hospital serves communities in Windsor, Windham and portions of Bennington counties, Vermont and parts of Sullivan and Cheshire counties in New Hampshire. We offer inpatient and outpatient care, 24-hour emergency care, adult day care, and a broad array of special care services. A comprehensive program of inpatient mental health services is offered at The Windham Center in Bellows Falls, VT. We work collaboratively with North Star Health, a Federally Qualified Health Center providing a range of services including primary and pediatric care, dental, behavioral health, eye care, lifestyle medicine, Walk-In Care, care coordination, nutrition counseling, diabetes education, a Community Health Team and a range of wellness programs. For more information about our services, please visit Our Services section. Follow us on FACEBOOK for the latest news!
Runway Icon
Boost Your Interview Chances

With Runway

See Your Fit for This Role

1-5 min

Your Score

?

Top Applicants

90%

Your Job Search Advantage

Key Gaps & Next Steps:

Address these in your resume & Interview

Top Strengths For This Role

Highlight these in your cover letter & interview

Your Interview Guide

A Personalized Interview Strategy

Freshest Opportunities

Never Miss a Good Fit

Get notified when jobs mach your criteria