Certification Details BLS State Nursing License (Alabama) NIHSS Job Details The Medical Surgical Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse (LPN or LVN) holds shift accountability for providing delegated aspects of direct patient care to patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse and is responsible for making decisions based on education, experience, State Board of Nursing Rules and hospital/departmental policy and procedures. The LPN/LVN demonstrates critical thinking skills, scientific judgment and leadership in the anticipation and planning for safe delivery of care; maintains clinical competencies through continuing education; delegates patient care priorities commensurate with the education and experience of the staff available; provides direction and supervision of assigned personnel delivering patient care. Aspects of care may include physical examination and data collection, ADLs, education, medication administration, peripheral IV therapy, discharge planning, implementation of physician’s orders and documentation. Job Requirements Applicants must possess a current BLS certification. A valid state nursing license as an LPN/LVN for the state of Alabama is required. NIHSS certification is required prior to start. General IV certification is required (specific details can be provided by the facility). Schedule Information The shift for this position is NIGHTS 7P-7A. Additional Details Reason for opening: Special, internal vacancy, leave coverage. Details on the duration the position has been open, the possibility of floating to other units, number of beds, years of experience required, and work schedule details can be provided by the facility. The EMR system used in the facility, scrub colors/dress code, and parking location information is available from the facility.