Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Polaris Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center Milford, DE

6 days ago

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Milford, Delaware Shift Type: Full - time and part-time roles available Benefits: Health Insurance Dental & Vision Insurance Life Insurance Paid Time Off 401K Weekend Program Available : Earn extra income and experience working in our dedicated weekend program (depending on status) Sign-on Bonus : Receive a competitive sign-on bonus for joining our team (depending on status) Job Summary: Polaris Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center, a leading provider of healthcare services in Milford, Delaware, is seeking a compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our team! As an LPN at Polaris, you will be part of a dynamic and supportive clinical team that is dedicated to providing high-quality care to our residents in a warm and welcoming environment. Responsibilities: Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or other licensed healthcare professionals Administer medications, treatments, and procedures as prescribed by healthcare providers Monitor and record vital signs, medical conditions, and treatment outcomes Assist with invasive and non-invasive procedures, including IV therapy and wound care Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure seamless care transitions What Sets Us Apart: Consistent Scheduling : Enjoy stable hours and predictable shifts to help you plan your life with confidence. Strong RN Leadership : Benefit from experienced and supportive RN leadership that prioritizes your growth and development. Clean and Organized Facility : Work in a modern and well-maintained environment that is designed to promote patient comfort and well-being. Team-Oriented Culture : Be part of a collaborative team that values open communication, mutual respect, and a commitment to excellence. Part-time and Full-time Shifts : Choose from a variety of shifts to fit your lifestyle and preferences. PRN Shifts : Supplement your income with flexible PRN shifts that fit your schedule. Requirements: Active Delaware LPN License : Possess an active LPN license in the state of Delaware. LTC Experience Preferred : Prior experience working in a Long-Term Care (LTC) setting is a plus. Professional and Dependable : Demonstrate a strong work ethic and commitment to providing high-quality patient care. How to Apply: If you are a motivated and caring LPN looking for a stable and supportive work environment, we encourage you to apply today! Interviews are happening now, and we look forward to speaking with you about this exciting opportunity.

1 week ago

Licensed Practical Nurse - Women's Services

$25.09 - $37.64 / hour

If you care about the opportunity to grow, to make a difference, to build a future and a life, then we just might have the career for you. Care to talk? Bayhealth Medical Center is Central and Southern Delaware’s healthcare leader with hospitals in Dover and Milford, as well as stand-alone Emergency Department in Smyrna and a hybrid Emergency Department and Urgent Care in Milton. We offer various practice settings throughout Kent and Sussex Counties. Bayhealth Medical Center Kent Campus is 90 minutes from Philadelphia, Washington, DC and Baltimore. Our Sussex Campus is 30 minutes to the Delaware beaches and relaxation in the sand! Bayhealth Medical Center offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (for eligible positions) including: Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Matching 401(k)/403(b) Plans Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Disability and Life Insurance options On Site Child Care Educational Reimbursement Health Care and Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts Plus, an array of Voluntary Benefits to include Critical Care Coverage and more! Location: Sussex Campus Hospital Status: Full Time 72 Hours Shift: Evening/ Night SALARY RANGE: 25.09 - 37.64HOURLY General Summary: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides professional nursing care to patients within patient care services on medical-surgical units. Professional nursing practices, requiring specialized knowledge, judgment, and skill are performed in accordance Bayhealth policies. After competency verification, the Licensed Practical Nurse may deliver patient care services to the adult, and geriatric populations. The care may include, but is not limited to, the following: obtaining and recording in the medical record: blood pressure, pulse, temperature and pulse oximetry, drawing blood, EKG, administration of oral medications, administration of maintenance fluids, administration of tube feedings, transporting patients, obtain urine and stool specimens, perform point of care testing, assist with procedures consistent with the scope of the employee’s position (i.e.. dressing changes, urinary catherization, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, ambulating, transferring, feeding, observing, and reporting the general well-being of the person(s) to whom they are providing care). Responsibilities: The LPN must read and interpret documents such as doctors’ orders, medication names, and lab tests. Perform focal assessments for established inpatients. Provide general basic nursing care, such as positioning patients, lifting and turning, assisting in use of bedpan, commode, urinal or bathroom, and weighing. Provide exceptional customer service that aligns with the Planetree philosophy. Perform routine, uncomplicated treatment procedures including enemas, application of hot and cold compresses, dressing changes, wound cleansing, obtaining vital signs including orthostatic vital signs and rectal temperatures and splinting of extremities. Collects and records intake and output. Prepare and administer oral medications as ordered by the physician or APC. Administer maintenance intravenous fluids per physician order, under the direction of the primary care Registered Nurse. Review medication history with patient. Assist with minor medical/surgical procedures in the practice setting. Performance of venipuncture for the purpose of blood and to monitor the patient’s condition before, during and after the withdrawal of blood. Transport patients using wheelchair or stretcher within hospital and to/from vehicles. Assist those patients requiring help with ambulation. Identify the need for patient education and advise patients on their treatment plan. Demonstrate the ability to recognize abnormal lab results. Document treatment records for each patient. Immediately report any observed changes in condition or behavior of patients and documents any care given in an acceptable medical legal fashion. Immediately reports any unusual incidents. Set up for suturing and procedures, using sterile technique; dismantles procedure set, caring for soiled instruments safely and correctly. Maintain patient confidentiality; comply with HIPAA and compliance guidelines established for the practice. Ensure compliance with Joint Commission regulations and other safety requirements; this includes disposal of used sharps and contaminated materials, as well as, safe storage of medications. Re-order supplies as required and within budgetary limitations. Maintain work station cleanliness and restock linen and supplies to exam rooms; fills blanket warmer and IV trays; provides general cleaning, including emptying trash, straightening waiting area, etc. Washes and changes stretcher or exam table linen and empties dirty laundry. Demonstrate the ability to reflect knowledge of current professional practice standards, laws and regulations, evaluate their own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards, relevant statutes and regulations. Engage in an annual self-assessment, identifying areas of strength and areas requiring professional development Seek and reflect on constructive feedback from other members of the healthcare team. Acts to achieve performance goals. Acquire and maintain current knowledge and competency in nursing care. Participate in ongoing educational activities to acquire and validate knowledge (i.e. BLS, NAPPI). Seek experiences that reflect current clinical competencies and new clinical information. Maintain professional affiliations. Attend regularly scheduled staff meeting. Perform all other tasks and projects assigned by the Charge Nurse/ Clinical Coordinator. May be required to act as back-up for other members of the staff. Interact with and contribute to the professional development of peers and other healthcare providers. Share knowledge, skills, and experience with colleagues and others. Provide colleagues and peers with constructive feedback regarding their practice. Contribute to a learning environment that is conducive to healthcare education. Contribute to a team environment by working with others in a way that promotes and encourages each person's contribution. All other duties as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities. Assisting physician/surgeon by scrubbing in for Operating Room cases, when properly trained, if applicable. Required Education, Credential(s) and Experience: Education: Licensed Practical Nurse Certificate Program Credential(s): Basic Life Support BLS Licensed Practical Nurse LPN NRP within 4 months of hire, if not already obtained Experience: Preferred; new graduates may be considered Preferred Education, Credential(s) and Experience: Education: Associate Degree Credential(s): Additional related certifications Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support ACLS Experience: 2-4 years LPN experience. Experience in Women's Services Post-Partum To view a full list of all open position at Bayhealth, please visit: https://apply.bayhealth.org/join/

Licensed Practical Nurse - Progressive Care PCU

$25.09 - $37.64 / hour

If you care about the opportunity to grow, to make a difference, to build a future and a life, then we just might have the career for you. Care to talk? Bayhealth Medical Center is Central and Southern Delaware’s healthcare leader with hospitals in Dover and Milford, as well as stand-alone Emergency Department in Smyrna and a hybrid Emergency Department and Urgent Care in Milton. We offer various practice settings throughout Kent and Sussex Counties. Bayhealth Medical Center Kent Campus is 90 minutes from Philadelphia, Washington, DC and Baltimore. Our Sussex Campus is 30 minutes to the Delaware beaches and relaxation in the sand! Bayhealth Medical Center offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (for eligible positions) including: Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Matching 401(k)/403(b) Plans Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Disability and Life Insurance options On Site Child Care Educational Reimbursement Health Care and Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts Plus, an array of Voluntary Benefits to include Critical Care Coverage and more! Location: Sussex Campus Hospital Status: Full Time 72 Hours Shift: Days SALARY RANGE: 25.09 - 37.64HOURLY General Summary: 5B at the Bayhealth Sussex campus is a 24 bed Progressive Care Unit. The unit is equipped with 5 ICU headboards. This unit participates in Nurse Governance, Nurse Residency and has excellent teamwork and leadership. 5B was recently awarded the AACN Silver level Beacon Award ; This prestigious national award recognizes hospital units that demonstrate exceptional patient outcomes, healthy work environment and sustained commitment evidence-based nursing practice. More information can be found on the AACN website at http://www.aacn.org/beaconaward The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides professional nursing care to patients within patient care services on medical-surgical units. Professional nursing practices, requiring specialized knowledge, judgment, and skill are performed in accordance Bayhealth policies. After competency verification, the Licensed Practical Nurse may deliver patient care services to the adult, and geriatric populations. The care may include, but is not limited to, the following: obtaining and recording in the medical record: blood pressure, pulse, temperature and pulse oximetry, drawing blood, EKG, administration of oral medications, administration of maintenance fluids, administration of tube feedings, transporting patients, obtain urine and stool specimens, perform point of care testing, assist with procedures consistent with the scope of the employee’s position (i.e.. dressing changes, urinary catherization, bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, ambulating, transferring, feeding, observing, and reporting the general well-being of the person(s) to whom they are providing care). Responsibilities: The LPN must read and interpret documents such as doctors’ orders, medication names, and lab tests. Perform focal assessments for established inpatients. Provide general basic nursing care, such as positioning patients, lifting and turning, assisting in use of bedpan, commode, urinal or bathroom, and weighing. Provide exceptional customer service that aligns with the Planetree philosophy. Perform routine, uncomplicated treatment procedures including enemas, application of hot and cold compresses, dressing changes, wound cleansing, obtaining vital signs including orthostatic vital signs and rectal temperatures and splinting of extremities. Collects and records intake and output. Prepare and administer oral medications as ordered by the physician or APC. Administer maintenance intravenous fluids per physician order, under the direction of the primary care Registered Nurse. Review medication history with patient. Assist with minor medical/surgical procedures in the practice setting. Performance of venipuncture for the purpose of blood and to monitor the patient’s condition before, during and after the withdrawal of blood. Transport patients using wheelchair or stretcher within hospital and to/from vehicles. Assist those patients requiring help with ambulation. Identify the need for patient education and advise patients on their treatment plan. Demonstrate the ability to recognize abnormal lab results. Document treatment records for each patient. Immediately report any observed changes in condition or behavior of patients and documents any care given in an acceptable medical legal fashion. Immediately reports any unusual incidents. Set up for suturing and procedures, using sterile technique; dismantles procedure set, caring for soiled instruments safely and correctly. Maintain patient confidentiality; comply with HIPAA and compliance guidelines established for the practice. Ensure compliance with Joint Commission regulations and other safety requirements; this includes disposal of used sharps and contaminated materials, as well as, safe storage of medications. Re-order supplies as required and within budgetary limitations. Maintain work station cleanliness and restock linen and supplies to exam rooms; fills blanket warmer and IV trays; provides general cleaning, including emptying trash, straightening waiting area, etc. Washes and changes stretcher or exam table linen and empties dirty laundry. Demonstrate the ability to reflect knowledge of current professional practice standards, laws and regulations, evaluate their own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards, relevant statutes and regulations. Engage in an annual self-assessment, identifying areas of strength and areas requiring professional development Seek and reflect on constructive feedback from other members of the healthcare team. Acts to achieve performance goals. Acquire and maintain current knowledge and competency in nursing care. Participate in ongoing educational activities to acquire and validate knowledge (i.e. BLS, NAPPI). Seek experiences that reflect current clinical competencies and new clinical information. Maintain professional affiliations. Attend regularly scheduled staff meeting. Perform all other tasks and projects assigned by the Charge Nurse/ Clinical Coordinator. May be required to act as back-up for other members of the staff. Interact with and contribute to the professional development of peers and other healthcare providers. Share knowledge, skills, and experience with colleagues and others. Provide colleagues and peers with constructive feedback regarding their practice. Contribute to a learning environment that is conducive to healthcare education. Contribute to a team environment by working with others in a way that promotes and encourages each person's contribution. All other duties as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities. Assisting physician/surgeon by scrubbing in for Operating Room cases, when properly trained, if applicable. Required Education, Credential(s) and Experience: Education: Certificate Program Licensed Practical Nurse Or equivalent credit hours in an RN program. Credential(s): Basic Life Support Licensed Practical Nurse Experience: Required: New graduates may be considered Preferred: 2 years LPN experience Preferred Education, Credential(s) and Experience: Education: Credential(s): Certification related to the position, if applicable. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Experience: To view a full list of all open position at Bayhealth, please visit: https://apply.bayhealth.org/join/

2 weeks ago

Licensed Practical Nurse - Occupational Health - Dover

$25.09 - $37.64 / hour

If you care about the opportunity to grow, to make a difference, to build a future and a life, then we just might have the career for you. Care to talk? Bayhealth Medical Center is Central and Southern Delaware’s healthcare leader with hospitals in Dover and Milford, as well as stand-alone Emergency Department in Smyrna and a hybrid Emergency Department and Urgent Care in Milton. We offer various practice settings throughout Kent and Sussex Counties. Bayhealth Medical Center Kent Campus is 90 minutes from Philadelphia, Washington, DC and Baltimore. Our Sussex Campus is 30 minutes to the Delaware beaches and relaxation in the sand! Bayhealth Medical Center offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package (for eligible positions) including: Generous Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays Matching 401(k)/403(b) Plans Excellent Health, Dental, and Vision Disability and Life Insurance options On Site Child Care Educational Reimbursement Health Care and Dependent Care Flex Spending Accounts Plus, an array of Voluntary Benefits to include Critical Care Coverage and more! Location: 800 N Dupont Blvd Status: Full Time 80 Hours Shift: Variable SALARY RANGE: 25.09 - 37.64HOURLY General Summary: The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides professional nursing care to patients within Occupational Health and Walk-in. Professional nursing practices, requiring specialized knowledge, judgment, and skills are performed in accordance Bayhealth policies. After competency verification, the Licensed Practical Nurse may deliver patient care services to the adult, and geriatric populations. The care may include, but is not limited to, the following: obtaining and recording in the medical record: blood pressure, pulse, temperature and pulse oximetry, drawing blood, EKG, administration of oral medications, transporting patients, obtain urine and stool specimens, perform point of care testing, assist with procedures consistent with the scope of the employee’s position (i.e.. dressing changes, dressing, grooming, toileting, ambulating, transferring, observing, and reporting the general well-being of the person(s) to whom they are providing care). Responsibilities: The LPN must read and interpret documents such as doctors’ orders, medication names, and lab tests. Perform focal assessments for established inpatients. Provide general basic nursing care, such as positioning patients, lifting and turning, assisting in use of bedpan, commode, urinal or bathroom, and weighing. Provide exceptional customer service that aligns with the Planetree philosophy. Perform routine, uncomplicated treatment procedures including enemas, application of hot and cold compresses, dressing changes, wound cleansing, obtaining vital signs including orthostatic vital signs and rectal temperatures and splinting of extremities. Collects and records intake and output. Prepare and administer oral medications as ordered by the physician or APC. Review medication history with patient. Assist with minor medical/surgical procedures in the practice setting. Performance of venipuncture for the purpose of blood and to monitor the patient’s condition before, during and after the withdrawal of blood. Transport patients using wheelchair or stretcher within offices and to/from vehicles. Assist those patients requiring help with ambulation. Identify the need for patient education and advise patients on their treatment plan. Demonstrate the ability to recognize abnormal lab results. Document treatment records for each patient. Immediately report any observed changes in condition or behavior of patients and documents any care given in an acceptable medical legal fashion. Immediately reports any unusual incidents. Set up for suturing and procedures, using sterile technique; dismantles procedure set, caring for soiled instruments safely and correctly. Maintains competency in specialized testing for Occupational Health (Hearing Booth, Fit testing, Titmus, PFT, Ishahara, Drug screen collections, Breath Alcohol Testing, DS Hair Collections and any other required testing.)Maintain patient confidentiality; comply with HIPAA and compliance guidelines established for the practice. Ensure compliance with Joint Commission regulations and other safety requirements; this includes disposal of used sharps and contaminated materials, as well as, safe storage of medications. Re-order supplies as required and within budgetary limitations. Maintain work station cleanliness and restock linen and supplies to exam rooms; provides general cleaning, including emptying trash, straightening waiting area, etc. Washes and changes stretcher or exam table linen and empties dirty laundry. Demonstrate the ability to reflect knowledge of current professional practice standards, laws and regulations, evaluate their own nursing practice in relation to professional practice standards, relevant statutes and regulations. Engage in an annual self-assessment, identifying areas of strength and areas requiring professional development Seek and reflect on constructive feedback from other members of the healthcare team. Acts to achieve performance goals. Acquire and maintain current knowledge and competency in nursing care. Participate in ongoing educational activities to acquire and validate knowledge (i.e. BLS, NAPPI). Seek experiences that reflect current clinical competencies and new clinical information. Maintain professional affiliations. Attend regularly scheduled staff meeting. Perform all other tasks and projects assigned by the Charge Nurse/ Clinical Coordinator. May be required to act as back-up for other members of the staff. Interact with and contribute to the professional development of peers and other healthcare providers. Share knowledge, skills, and experience with colleagues and others. Provide colleagues and peers with constructive feedback regarding their practice. Contribute to a learning environment that is conducive to healthcare education. Contribute to a team environment by working with others in a way that promotes and encourages each person's contribution. All other duties as assigned within the scope and range of job responsibilities. Required Education, Credential(s) and Experience: Education: Certificate Program; Licensed Practical Nurse; Or equivalent credit hours in an RN program. Credential(s): Basic Life Support Licensed Practical Nurse Experience: New graduates may be considered Preferred Education, Credential(s) and Experience: Education: None Credential(s): Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Experience: 2 years LPN experience To view a full list of all open position at Bayhealth, please visit: https://apply.bayhealth.org/join/

3 weeks ago

Licensed Practical Nurse - Occupational Health - Sussex