LPN

About the Role

As supervised and delegated by a registered nurse, LPN provides direct patient care in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN.
• Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care.
• Assists patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.
• Monitors, documents, and communicates patient's status and reactions to interventions.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Practical or Vocational Nursing program.
• State licensure as a Practical Nurse (LPN) or Vocational Nurse (LVN).
• BLS - BLS through the American Heart Association or the American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer with card in-hand before start date. BLS or CPR card must be good through sixty days of hire.

Compensation

• Career Progression: UCHealth offers a structured way for LPNs to grow your skills, responsibilities, and pay through different levels of a clinical ladder.
• Educational Benefits: UCHealth's Ascend program covers 100% of tuition, books, and fees for certain approved degree programs; up to $5,250 per year for many other educational opportunities.
• Incentive Bonus: UCHealth offers a Three Year Incentive Bonus accumulating annually each October, paid out in October following completion of three years' employment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage including coverage for eligible dependents.
• 403(b) with employer matching contributions.
• Paid time off (PTO) and paid family and medical leave.