68 licensed practical nurse jobs found in Lebanon, NH

Overview Provides general nursing care to patients within scope of licensure. Responsibilities • Utilizes the nursing process - assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to facilitate continuing health care to individuals, families, and community. • Identifies common and recurring nursing needs of the patient. • Recognizes the need for and performs routine office procedures and testing. • Assists patients to achieve basic health care goals. • Identifies patient education needs, providing instruction or referring appropriately. • Assists staff in institutional quality improvement measures and office standards of practice. • Provides telephone advice to patients per physician specific protocols; refers patients appropriately. • Participates in staff meetings. • Performs other duties as required or assigned. Qualifications • Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing. Area of Interest: Nursing; FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.90 - 36 hrs/per...

Overview Responsibilities This is a full-time day position, 36 hours per week. Our exceptional team is responsible for the assessment, maintenance and insertion of short peripheral IV catheters, PICCs and Midlines, as well as phlebotomy at designated times throughout the facility<?xml:namespace prefix = "o" ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> You work under the general supervision of the Vascular Access Leadership Team, but must be able to work independently and to make sound nursing judgments and decisions. You assume responsibility for nursing care and documentation related to vascular access therapy.As a member of the Vascular Access Team you willplan, organize,and provide care regarding the patient's vascular access requirements. Also you'll have the opportunity to take floor assignments and work collaboratively with the RN team on patients of all age groups. Safety is one of our main concerns and we provide safe, quality...

Overview The Licensed Practical Nurse – Inpatient/Procedural is responsible for providing safe, high quality care to general care patients as a team member in an assignment supervised by a Registered Nurse. Demonstrates commitment to patient/family engagement and effective communication. Practices consistently with applicable state nursing practice regulations, applicable D-H policies and procedures. The LPN-IP/Prcd may administer intravenous medications upon successful completion of NH Board of Nursing approved training and with specific delegation by a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities Provides and documents nursing care assessments, nursing interventions and patient/family education to stable patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse in accordance with the patient’s plan of care. Alerts Registered Nurse to any observed change in patient presentation or unexpected assessment findings. Reviews assigned patient plan of care and pertinent active orders in the...

Overview Responsibilities NEUROSCIENCE UNIT Neuroscience/ENT (5W) is a 21-bed general Medical-Surgical level and epilepsy monitoring unit. The primary patient population includes neurology, neurosurgery, and ear, nose and throat (ENT) patients. Neuroscience/ENT provides specialized nursing care for patients with: strokes, epilepsy, brain and/or spinal cord tumors/injuries, movement disorders, laryngectomies and tracheotomies. Our units have a diverse patient population which provides an excellent learning environment to build a foundation for professional growth. We have a team approach and have a very active shared governance and practice area council. With the support of our clinical nurse supervisors and nurse educator, we provide a Neuro-specific learning environment for initial and continuous professional development with opportunities to cross-train amongst the other neuro units (Neurocritical Care Unit & Neuro Special Care Unit)....

Overview This position is located in the System Staffing Office .Employees in this department agree to go to two or more Clinic locations or departments in the Dartmouth Hitchcock System. LPN - FlexChoice Per Diem The FlexChoice per diem program recruits and on-boards experienced, professional, per diem RNs, LPNs, MAs, and LNAs,and allows them the flexibility to design their own schedule and choose from a variety of diverse and exciting practice locations across the D-H system.These locations include DHMC in Lebanon, our affiliate hospitals - Cheshire Medical Center, New London Hospital, Mount Ascutney Hospital and Alice Peck Day Memorial Hospital, and their ambulatory areas. Responsibilities Utilizes the nursing process - assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to facilitate continuing health care to individuals, families, and community. Identifies common and recurring nursing needs of the patient. Recognizes the need for and...

Overview **This is a Full-time 36 hours a week position. Medical Specialties 1 East Medical Specialties 1E is a 36-bed, inpatient medicine unit. We care for adults typically on the inpatient medicine service who suffer from acute and/or chronic illness. Our team approach and changing environment make it a great place to learn and build/expand on nursing assessment, delegation, prioritization, critical thinking and time management skills. We have a team dedicated to process improvement, problem solving, and teambuilding, which has allowed us to become a unit where everyone is a part of the solution. Licensed Practical Nurse-will work under the specific delegation of a Registered Nurse. Are you an LPN who is looking to expand your practice in an inpatient setting?If so, we have good news: Dartmouth-Hitchcock is actively hiring LPNs into inpatient units! This gives you an opportunity to practice nursing at the top of your license, within scope, with...

Overview Responsibilities Provides general nursing care to patients within scope of licensure. Responsibilities: A listing of the key responsibilities Utilizes the nursing process - assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to facilitate continuing health care to individuals, families, and community. Identifies common and recurring nursing needs of the patient. Recognizes the need for and performs routine office procedures and testing. Assists patients to achieve basic health care goals. Identifies patient education needs, providing instruction or referring appropriately. Assists staff in institutional quality improvement measures and office standards of practice. Provides telephone advice to patients per physician specific protocols; refers patients appropriately. Participates in staff meetings. Performs other duties as required or assigned. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited school...

Overview Responsibilities NEUROSCIENCE UNIT Neuroscience/ENT (5W) is a 21-bed general Medical-Surgical level and epilepsy monitoring unit. The primary patient population includes neurology, neurosurgery, and ear, nose and throat (ENT) patients. Neuroscience/ENT provides specialized nursing care for patients with: strokes, epilepsy, brain and/or spinal cord tumors/injuries, movement disorders, laryngectomies and tracheotomies. Our units have a diverse patient population which provides an excellent learning environment to build a foundation for professional growth. We have a team approach and have a very active shared governance and practice area council. With the support of our clinical nurse supervisors and nurse educator, we provide a Neuro-specific learning environment for initial and continuous professional development with opportunities to cross-train amongst the other neuro units (Neurocritical Care Unit & Neuro Special Care Unit)....

Overview Cardiac Nursing Careers Part Time or Full Time positions. Varied schedule options: 8’s, 10’s, or 12 hour shifts, Day, Night, or Rotation. (Will consider straight days or straight nights if preferred.) The Heart and Vascular Center at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Lebanon, New Hampshire The cardiac nurses of the Heart & Vascular Center at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center provide expert, coordinated care for diseases of the heart and blood vessels, including abdominal aortic aneurysm repair, aortic valve surgery, heart attack, heart bypass surgery, and heart failure. Our cohesive and dynamic cardiac teams of nurses, providers, techs, and support staff will be one of the first clinical areas to practice in our new Pavilion. Our New Patient Pavilion : The new Patient Pavilion at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, NH will be opening in 2023, adding 64 additional single-patient rooms to our unique medical...

Overview Responsibilities Provides general nursing care to patients within scope of licensure. Responsibilities: A listing of the key responsibilities Will be part of the motility testing team. Will be required to perform a variety of diagnostic testing such as esophageal and analmanometries, PH impedence and Bravos capsules. Identifies common and recurring nursing needs of the patient. Recognizes the need for and performs routine office procedures and testing. Assists patients to achieve basic health care goals. Identifies patient education needs, providing instruction or referring appropriately. Assists staff in institutional quality improvement measures and office standards of practice. Provides telephone advice to patients per physician specific protocols; refers patients appropriately. Participates in staff meetings. Performs other duties as required or assigned. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited school...

Overview Trauma / Ortho Unit – 2x12 hour shifts, days Are you an LPN who is looking to expand your practice in an inpatient setting?If so, we have good news: Dartmouth-Hitchcock is actively hiring LPNs into inpatient units! This gives you an opportunity to practice nursing at the top of your license. Responsibilities 3West is a 36-bed post-surgical unit that specializes in orthopedics, traumatic injury and plastic surgery. We also have two negative pressure rooms that can accommodate patients who are being ruled out for TB and who have a diagnosis of active tuberculosis or shingles.We also will see medicine overflow for patients with Cystic Fibrosis, so our population can be varied. Purpose: The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing safe, high quality care to general care patients as a team member in an assignment supervised by a Registered Nurse. Demonstrates commitment to patient/family engagement and effective communication. Practices...

Overview Provides general nursing care to patients within scope of licensure. Centering Pregnancy Coordinator for the OB-GYN department. Responsibilities • Utilizes the nursing process - assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to facilitate continuing health care to individuals, families, and community. • Identifies common and recurring nursing needs of the patient. • Recognizes the need for and performs routine office procedures and testing. • Assists patients to achieve basic health care goals. • Identifies patient education needs, providing instruction or referring appropriately. • Assists staff in institutional quality improvement measures and office standards of practice. • Provides telephone advice to patients per physician specific protocols; refers patients appropriately. • Participates in staff meetings. • Performs other duties as required or assigned. Qualifications • Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing. Area of Interest: Nursing;...

Overview Trauma / Ortho Unit LPN – 3x12 hour shifts, Days Are you an LPN who is looking to expand your practice in an inpatient setting?If so, we have good news: Dartmouth-Hitchcock is actively hiring LPNs into inpatient units! This gives you an opportunity to practice nursing at the top of your license. Responsibilities 3West is a 36-bed post-surgical unit that specializes in orthopedics, traumatic injury and plastic surgery. We also have two negative pressure rooms that can accommodate patients who are being ruled out for TB and who have a diagnosis of active tuberculosis or shingles.We also will see medicine overflow for patients with Cystic Fibrosis, so our population can be varied. Purpose: The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing safe, high quality care to general care patients as a team member in an assignment supervised by a Registered Nurse. Demonstrates commitment to patient/family engagement and effective communication. Practices...

Overview LPN - General & Vascular/Thoracic Surgery, Full Time - Nights (3 weekend shifts in 4 week block) We are a 3-bed Adult Progressive Care Unit attached to a 32 bed medical surgical unit 4 West Inpatient Surgery is a collaborative unit that cares for complex surgical patients. Home to thoracic, vascular, kidney transplant and general surgery patients (typically either laparoscopic or major abdominal procedures), the population is diverse and challenging. Our nurse-to-patient ratios are very attractive and Licensed Nursing Assistants are also part of our collaborative team. Purpose: The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing safe, high quality care to general care patients as a team member in an assignment supervised by a Registered Nurse. Demonstrates commitment to patient/family engagement and effective communication. Practices consistently with applicable state nursing practice regulations, applicable D-H...

Overview Responsibilities Provides general nursing care to patients within scope of licensure. Responsibilities: A listing of the key responsibilities Utilizes the nursing process - assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to facilitate continuing health care to individuals, families, and community. Identifies common and recurring nursing needs of the patient. Recognizes the need for and performs routine office procedures and testing. Assists patients to achieve basic health care goals. Identifies patient education needs, providing instruction or referring appropriately. Assists staff in institutional quality improvement measures and office standards of practice. Provides telephone advice to patients per physician specific protocols; refers patients appropriately. Participates in staff meetings. Performs other duties as required or assigned. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited...

Overview Responsibilities Provides general nursing care to patients within scope of licensure. Responsibilities: A listing of the key responsibilities Utilizes the nursing process - assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to facilitate continuing health care to individuals, families, and community. Identifies common and recurring nursing needs of the patient. Recognizes the need for and performs routine office procedures and testing. Assists patients to achieve basic health care goals. Identifies patient education needs, providing instruction or referring appropriately. Assists staff in institutional quality improvement measures and office standards of practice. Provides telephone advice to patients per physician specific protocols; refers patients appropriately. Participates in staff meetings. Performs other duties as required or assigned. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: Graduate of an accredited...

Overview Provides general nursing care to patients within scope of licensure. Responsibilities • Utilizes the nursing process - assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation to facilitate continuing health care to individuals, families, and community. • Identifies common and recurring nursing needs of the patient. • Recognizes the need for and performs routine office procedures and testing. • Assists patients to achieve basic health care goals. • Identifies patient education needs, providing instruction or referring appropriately. • Assists staff in institutional quality improvement measures and office standards of practice. • Provides telephone advice to patients per physician specific protocols; refers patients appropriately. • Participates in staff meetings. • Performs other duties as required or assigned. Qualifications • Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing. Area of Interest: Nursing; FTE/Hours per...

Overview Dartmouth is currently offering a sign on bonus for external candiates interested in working with ALS and Neurology patients. Apply now and a recruiter will contact you with details. The Clinical ALS Nurse is an engaged and credentialed member of the Professional Nursing Organization and is responsible for autonomous practice directed by the professional tenets of practitioner, leader/decision maker, scientist and transferor. The Clinical Nurse is responsible for utilizing the nursing process to provide evidence-based care and to continuously monitor and evaluate practice to ensure safe passage of patients that is in the best interest of populations served. Responsibilities • Practitioner Utilizes the nursing process to assess, diagnose, identify outcomes, plan, implement and evaluate an individualized plan of care. Utilizes critical thinking and the nursing process to anticipate and recognize changes in patient status, taking action to modify the plan of care...

Overview Per-Diem Pediatric Hematology/Oncology Infusion. The Clinical Nurse is an engaged and credentialed member of the Professional Nursing Organization and is responsible for autonomous practice directed by the professional tenets of practitioner, leader/decision maker, scientist and transferor. The Clinical Nurse is responsible for utilizing the nursing process to provide evidence-based care and to continuously monitor and evaluate practice to ensure safe passage of patients that is in the best interest of populations served. Responsibilities • Practitioner • 1. Utilizes the nursing process to assess, diagnose, identify outcomes, plan, implement and evaluate an individualized plan of care. • 2. Utilizes critical thinking and the nursing process to anticipate and recognize changes in patient status, taking action to modify the plan of care or to elevate to the care team as necessary. • 3. Practices in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics to advocate for patients,...

Overview The Clinical Nurse is an engaged and credentialed member of the Professional Nursing Organization and is responsible for autonomous practice directed by the professional tenets of practitioner, leader/decision maker, scientist and transferor. The Clinical Nurse is responsible for utilizing the nursing process to provide evidence-based care and to continuously monitor and evaluate practice to ensure safe passage of patients that is in the best interest of populations served. Responsibilities • Practitioner Utilizes the nursing process to assess, diagnose, identify outcomes, plan, implement and evaluate an individualized plan of care. Utilizes critical thinking and the nursing process to anticipate and recognize changes in patient status, taking action to modify the plan of care or to elevate to the care team as necessary. Practices in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics to advocate for patients, uphold their autonomy in decision-making, ensure informed consent and...

Overview **This is a Full-time 36 hours a week position** Medical Specialties 1 East The Clinical Nurse is responsible for utilizing the nursing process to provide evidence-based care and to continuously monitor and evaluate practice to ensure safe passage of patients that is in the best interest of populations served. 1E Medical Specialties is a 36-bed, inpatient medicine unit. We care for adults typically on the inpatient medicine service who suffer from acute and/or chronic illness. Our team approach and changing environment make it a great place to learn and build/expand on nursing assessment, delegation, prioritization, critical thinking and time management skills. We have a team dedicated to process improvement, problem solving, and teambuilding, which has allowed us to become a unit where everyone is a part of the solution. Responsibilities Responsibilities: A listing of the key responsibilities Utilizes the nursing...

Overview **This is a Per Diem position. Hematology-Oncology Inpatient Unit The Clinical Nurse is responsible for utilizing the nursing process to provide evidence-based care and to continuously monitor and evaluate practice to ensure safe passage of patients that is in the best interest of populations served. The Hematology-Oncology Inpatient Unit is a 23 bed unit that cares for patients admitted for extended chemotherapy schedules and associated symptom management issues. Oncology gynecology surgery patients are also cared for during their immediate post operative phase. This is a great opportunity to work with a National Cancer Institute where the resources for patients are unparalleled. If you are a high performer looking for your next career move, let's connect! Responsibilities Responsibilities: A listing of the key responsibilities Utilizes the nursing process to assess, diagnose, identify outcomes, plan, implement and evaluate an...

Overview Triages, coordinates and facilitates the clinical management for an assigned population. Develops, monitors and reinforces care standards and protocols designed to enhance quality and promote cost-effective utilization of healthcare resources. Responsibilities • Facilitates the development of a plan of care in collaboration with the patient, family, caregiver and health care team. This is done through early identification and thorough assessment of the patient’s need/preferences and resources available. Determines the appropriate level of care and coordinates the interdisciplinary treatment and plan of care. • Facilitates the progression of care by advancing the care plan to achieve desired outcomes. Monitors the progress towards the goals of the plan and alerts the health care team to potential revisions to the plan in response to the changes in the patient needs and condition. • Triages telephone calls and responds to patients and families and other members of the...

Overview The Clinical Nurse is an engaged and credentialed member of the Professional Nursing Organization and is responsible for autonomous practice directed by the professional tenets of practitioner, leader/decision maker, scientist and transferor. The Clinical Nurse is responsible for utilizing the nursing process to provide evidence-based care and to continuously monitor and evaluate practice to ensure safe passage of patients that is in the best interest of populations served. Responsibilities • Practitioner Utilizes the nursing process to assess, diagnose, identify outcomes, plan, implement and evaluate an individualized plan of care. Utilizes critical thinking and the nursing process to anticipate and recognize changes in patient status, taking action to modify the plan of care or to elevate to the care team as necessary. Practices in accordance with the ANA Code of Ethics to advocate for patients, uphold their autonomy in decision-making, ensure informed consent and...