• Job Description

  Req#: LPN00002488

  A Day in the Life of a Licensed Practical Nurse:

  Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the LPN assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates individual patient care within the scope of their training and experience.

  Why Work at Cheyenne Regional?

  • ANCC Magnet Hospital
  • 403(b) with 4% employer match
  • 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure)
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Employer Sponsored Wellness Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Loan Forgiveness Eligible

  Here Is What You Will Be Doing:

  • Completes nursing assessment of patient and documents appropriately into patient chart.
  • Collaborates with the RN to review and/or revise the plan of care, including a discharge plan, based upon the assessment of patient's needs.
  • Implements medical and nursing orders as allowed by the Wyoming LPN scope of practice and hospital policy, and documents appropriately.
  • Collaborates with the RN to evaluate patient's response to care.
  • Engages in patient/family teaching as appropriate; performs clinical/technical skills as required by the specific department.
  • Works collaboratively with the RN in charge to meet physicians, coworkers, management and other department needs.
  • Mandatory education and contact education requirements including 15 CEUs per year.
  • An LPN that has a WSBON IV certification, may manage infusions as outlined by organizational policies and in accordance with the Wyoming State Board of Nursing (WSBON).
  • Per WSBON Scope of Practice, The LPN not designated as IV-C may engage in a limited scope managing infusion therapy to include basic knowledge and skills as designated by the State.

  Desired Skills:

  • Demonstrates knowledge of medical terminology
  • Demonstrates an independent work initiative, sound judgment and attention to detail

  Here Is What You Will Need:

  • Licensed as a Practical Nurse in the State of Wyoming upon start date
  • Cheyenne Regional RQI within 14 calendar days of start date

  Nice to Have:

  • Prior acute care experience
  • IV Certification preferred

  About Cheyenne Regional:

  Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000+ patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to I.N.S.P.I.R.E. great health.

  Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E.(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!

  Equal Opportunity Employer
  This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

• About the company

  Cheyenne Regional Medical Center is a hospital located in Cheyenne, Wyoming, USA.

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