Job Description

Fort HealthCare is a patient-centered hospital and healthcare system serving individuals, businesses and families in Jefferson, Dane, and Walworth Counties. We are seeking an LPN to join our Inpatient Services team.

Shift:
Occasional Part time

Fort HealthCare is proud to be named a 16-time award winner of the Top Workplace award for Southeastern Wisconsin, a 6-time award winner of the USA Top Workplaces award, and a 2-time winner of their Top Workplaces Culture Excellence award for Purpose & Values.

Our Mission Statement is our daily guide to provide the best health care possible. We promote it widely for all we serve to read, understand and to help our public hold us accountable for the promises we make.

Our Mission Statement - Improve the Health and Well-being of Our Community.

Our Vision Statement provides each of us at Fort HealthCare with a goal. It is our motivation to improve constantly upon the level of care we provide, and the quality of services delivered.

Our Vision - Be the Healthiest Community in Wisconsin.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, education, and resources you need to perform your job and ample opportunities for professional growth.

The LPN assists a Registered Nurse (RN) and oversees the Certified Nursing Assistant(s) (CNA) to carry out care plans and maintain patient comfort and well-being. LPNs take on a direct role in providing personal care to those in their charge, often assisting with all areas of the patient’s daily living needs.

Responsibilities of this position include:

• Provides direct nursing care to patients on the unit, reporting concerns, data, and abnormal findings to the RN.
• Performs specific tasks and treatments as directed by the RN.
• Documents care provided in the patient's electronic medical record.
• Collaborates with members of the care team to provide safe, quality patient care.
• Participates in patient treatment regimen, including administering medications (under the supervision of a physician and registered nurse).
• Interviews patient about current problems, medications, and allergies and reviews medical record for pertinent previous and current information.
• Communicates changes in patient behavior or health status to nurses, providers, and/or caregivers.
• Assists patient with eating, dressing, bathing, while obtaining data such as vital signs.
• Assists preparing patients for transfer or discharge.

Requirements of this position include:

• One year of healthcare experience preferred
• Able to effectively communicate with care team, patient, and family members
• Current State of Wisconsin LPN license; BLS within 6 months of hire required

Benefits:

• Competitive pay
• Competitive shift differentials (2nd,3rd, and weekends)
• 401(k) with employer match
• Generous PTO Plan
• Daycare
• Health insurance
• Vison insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Flexible Spending
• Comprehensive Wellness Plan
• Life insurance
• Pharmacy discount
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Free parking
• Employee gym