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Description Join Andalusia Health in Andalusia, AL, an 88-bed, Joint Commission–accredited hospital that has earned chest pain and heart failure accreditations, and designation as a Baby-Friendly hospital. Andalusia delivers a broad range of inpatient and outpatient specialty services while embracing a shared commitment to patient safety and high-quality care. Grow your career with Andalusia, where we value your contributions to the community we serve.
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Women's Services provides direct, compassionate care to women and infants in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the LPN supports maternal, newborn, and pediatric patient needs through monitoring, treatments, education, and coordination with interdisciplinary teams. This role requires emotional intelligence, critical thinking, and a patient-centered mindset.
Contribute to patient assessment by collecting data for RN analysis Perform care interventions including medication administration and specimen collection Document care and changes in patient condition Assist patients with personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation Educate patients and families regarding care appropriate to condition, age, and culture Support interdisciplinary care coordination for transfer, discharge, and referrals Promote a safe and emotionally supportive environment for women and infants Advocate for patients' physical and emotional well-being Perform additional duties as assigned by supervisor or RN Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations Proficient in maternal, infant, and pediatric nursing fundamentals Strong judgment, decision-making, and time management skills Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively across disciplines High level of professionalism and respect for diversity and patient privacy Adherence to infection control and safety standards Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and adapt to physically demanding settings Embraces core values: values every voice, shows courage, leans into new ideas Qualifications Education Graduate of an accredited practical/vocational nursing program Licenses/Certifications Current LPN license in state of practice or Compact State License (if applicable) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required upon hire) Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – within time frame specified in facility policy Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) – within time frame specified in facility policy Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – within time frame specified in facility policy Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) or Handle with Care– within time frame specified in facility policy IV Therapy Certification Course – within time frame specified in facility policy Experience Demonstrated ability to work in high-stress environments Previous experience in women’s health or pediatric care preferred
About the role
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Women's Services provides direct, compassionate care to women and infants in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), the LPN supports maternal, newborn, and pediatric patient needs through monitoring, treatments, education, and coordination with interdisciplinary teams.