What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN Med Surg/Telemetry Nights position at Western Arizona Regional Medical Center?
This is a full time position working night shift in the Med Surg/Telemetry unit at Western Arizona Regional Medical Center.
Job Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides essential nursing care to patients under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) and in collaboration with the healthcare team. The LPN supports patient care by conducting assessments, administering medications, and implementing care plans. This role ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality care in compliance with the Nurse Practice Act, professional standards, and state regulations while contributing to positive patient outcomes.
Essential Functions
- Provides direct patient care under the supervision of an RN, including monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and responding to patient needs.
- Conducts focused patient assessments, identifying and reporting changes in patient conditions to the appropriate team members.
- Administers medications, treatments, and injections as prescribed, ensuring compliance with the Nurse Practice Act and safety protocols.
- Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of patient care plans.
- Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient care, interventions, and observations in the medical record.
- Educates patients and families on health maintenance, medication management, and post-discharge care.
- Ensures adherence to infection control protocols, safety standards, and healthcare regulations.
- Assists with basic procedures such as wound care, catheterization, and specimen collection within the scope of practice.
- Participates in the orientation and training of new staff or nursing students as assigned.
- Collaborates with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure the delivery of coordinated care.
- Prepares and maintains equipment and supplies necessary for patient care.
- Responds to medical emergencies and supports code team interventions within the scope of competency.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- 0-1 years of experience as an LPN in a healthcare setting required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong knowledge of nursing principles, medication administration, and patient care practices.
- Proficiency in patient assessment, monitoring, and documentation.
- Excellent communication skills for interactions with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities.
- Knowledge of safety protocols, infection control measures, and regulatory requirements.
- Adaptability to changes in patient care needs and healthcare practices.
Licenses and Certifications
- LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - AZ State Licensure required
- BCLS - Basic Life Support required
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred
Western Arizona Regional Medical Center is your community healthcare provider, a 139-bed acute care facility offering the residents of the greater Bullhead City community inpatient, outpatient, diagnostic imaging, dialysis, medical, surgical and emergency services.
We are home to the area's largest intensive care unit (ICU/PCU) as well as an active OR and wound care clinic. Our Team’s dedication to patients, families, and the community sets us apart. We are 400 healthcare professionals strong. We work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in the community we call home. We are seeking team players who are passionate about providing top-notch patient care.
About our community: Known as Arizona's west coast located along the Colorado River with views of the Black Mountain Ridge, Bullhead City captivates with year round sunny blue skies and all its natural beauty.
Bullhead City is a family oriented community established in the 1940’s that has quickly transformed into a year round vacation community. Boasting over 300 sunny days a year, water sports, fishing, and golf are regularly enjoyed. Enjoy the perfect mix of fine dining, live entertainment, and outdoor activities with Las Vegas, Lake Mead National Recreation Area, Lake Havasu and Laughlin NV all a short drive away.
