Medical Surgical LPN (nights) Position Available In Etowah, Alabama

Overview We are seeking aMedical Surgical LPN , sometimes referred to as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Practical Nurse . The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays an important role our hospital by providing hands-on care to patients recovering from surgery, managing chronic or acute illnesses, or undergoing diagnostic procedures. Working alongside RNs, physicians, and other healthcare team members to provide patient care our hospital’s Cardiac Care/Definitive Observation Unit (DOU). LPNs focus on assisting with patient care and ensuring comfort and safety.

Bonus Options:

up to $ 5 ,000

Employment Type :

Full Time Shifts Available:

Nights:

7p – 7a

Location :

Riverview Regional Medical Center – Gadsden, AL Here are some of the benefits of working at

Prime Healthcare:

+ Health, dental, and vision insurance options + Paid vacation, sick time and holidays + Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options + Employer 401K options + Tuition reimbursement options + Life, disability, and other insurance options + Many other amazing benefits Responsibilities Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to): + The Definitive Observation Unit (DOU) is a unit that provides the second-highest level of care. Patients may be admitted directly to DOU when they arrive at the hospital or they may be transferred into DOU from a unit that provides a lower level of care or from the Intensive Care Unit + M easure and record blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation + H elp patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, and toileting + A ssist with turning, positioning, and ambulating patients to prevent bedsores and promote recovery + O bserve patients for side effects or adverse reactions to medications and report findings to an RN or physician + M onitor patients for changes in condition (e.g., pain levels, skin color, or behavior) + R ecognize early warning signs of complications and report them to an RN or physician + P repare patients for tests or procedures by ensuring they understand the process and are physically ready + T each patients and families about basic post-discharge care, such as wound care, medication schedules, and managing chronic conditions + W ork under the supervision of RNs and report directly to them regarding patient care issues Qualifications Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers .

You must have:

+ Current and valid state license as a Licensed Practical Nurse + Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current + Current ACLS certificate preferred or within 60 days of hire + Behavioral Violence Prevention (BVP) training within six (6) months of hire and maintain current + IV certification upon hire or within 30 days of hire Additional Qualifications That Are a

Plus:

+ One-year experience in an applicable setting Full benefits at

Prime Healthcare:

https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/ We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics . If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources .

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ID2025-210828

CategoryLVN/LPN Position TypeFull Time ShiftNights Job TypeNon-Exempt