Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Job Type: Full Time

Shift:  Nights

36 hour weeks  (12 hour shift 7  – 7:30)

Your experience matters 

Community North Rehabilitation Hospital is operated jointly with Lifepoint Health and Community Hospitals. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Licensed Practical joining our team, you're embracing our promise to provide superior patient care that exceeds industry standards as well as patient expectations. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

 How you'll contribute 

A Licensed Practical provides direct patient care to patients using the nursing process in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on the age and clinical condition of the patient
• Performs patient care considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age; includes geriatric and general inpatient rehabilitation patients
• Under the supervision of the RN, assists with the assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy.  Identifies and initiates appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions
• Under the supervision of the RN, performs timely and accurate QI assessments
• Carry out the plan of care as indicated by the patient’s needs and response to treatment; evaluates overall plan daily for effectiveness; updates interdisciplinary care plan accordingly based on changes in patient’s condition and individual needs
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care
• Demonstrates ability to adequately assess and reassess pain.  Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques.  Educates the patient and family regarding pain management
• Other duties as assigned

Additional Information

• Strong interpersonal and documentation skills required.
• Familiarity with rehab documentation systems is preferred.

Why join us 

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: 

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits
• Flexible spending and health savings accounts
• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Employee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Free Parking
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• Membership discounts with local gyms and community businesses
• Working with highly engaged staff
• Healthy staffing levels
• Flexible scheduling
• Career growth

What we're looking for 

Applicants should have a Licensed Practical Nurse license in the state of Indiana. Additional requirements include:

• Graduation from an accredited Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Associate Degree in Nursing or Nursing Diploma program.
• Current state licensure as Licensed Practical Nurse.
• CPR/BCLS certification. ACLS preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

Connect with a Recruiter 
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Cyndi by emailing Cynthia.Hayes@lifepointhealth.net.

More about Community North Rehabilitation Hospital 

Community Rehabilitation Hospital North is a unit located in Indianapolis, IN, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience  

EEOC Statement

"Community North Rehabilitation Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Community North Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.