Travel Licensed Practical Nurse

Department: Clinical Services
Athena Health Care

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct patient care and supports the interdisciplinary healthcare team in delivering high-quality patient-centered services. This role requires strong clinical skills adaptability in a dynamic care environment and a commitment to maintaining safety compliance and excellence in patient outcomes.

• Shift: Night Shift 07:00 PM to 07:00 AM
• Schedule: 36 hours per week (full-time; flexible scheduling available)
• Duration: 6 8 week contract

• Assist in assessing and evaluating patients physical psychosocial environmental and educational needs documenting responses to care interventions.
• Support the development and implementation of individualized care plans including discharge planning under the guidance of a Registered Nurse.
• Provide direct patient care including medication administration and assistance with daily care activities.
• Monitor document and communicate changes in patient condition to the Registered Nurse and multidisciplinary team.
• Utilize clinical judgment and critical thinking to support patient care decisions within scope of practice.
• Educate patients and families based on established care plans and reinforce teaching provided by the care team.
• Accurately document patient information in electronic medical records (including Epic systems).
• Delegate and accept delegated tasks appropriately in accordance with scope of practice.
• Participate in departmental meetings in-services and ongoing educational opportunities.
• Support process improvement initiatives to enhance patient satisfaction clinical outcomes and operational efficiency.
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with all HIPAA safety and organizational policies.
• Demonstrate flexibility to support staffing needs across units as required.
• Contribute to a positive work environment by adapting to change and maintaining professionalism under pressure.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support departmental and organizational goals.

• Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
• Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification required.
• Experience with telemetry monitoring and Epic EMR systems preferred.
• Fingerprinting clearance required (as applicable).
• Strong communication organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team-oriented environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development

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