LPN Skilled Nursing Per Diem

This is a per diem position working in the Skilled Nursing unit at Oro Valley Hospital.

Our Skilled Nursing unit is located inside Oro Valley Hospital. Offering 33 private rooms, patients can comfortably recover from a variety of illnesses and injuries. Our goal is to help patients return to their lives outside the hospital. As a nurse on our team, you will work with other health care professionals while providing quality, patient centered-care.

We know it's not just about finding a job. It's about finding a place where you are respected, valued, and where your work is purposeful and fulfilling. A place where your talent is recognized, professional development is encouraged and career advancement is possible.

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides essential nursing care to patients under the supervision of Registered Nurses (RNs) and in collaboration with the healthcare team. The LPN supports patient care by conducting assessments, administering medications, and implementing care plans. This role ensures the delivery of safe, high-quality care in compliance with the Nurse Practice Act, professional standards, and state regulations while contributing to positive patient outcomes.

Essential Functions

Provides direct patient care under the supervision of an RN, including monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, and responding to patient needs.

Conducts focused patient assessments, identifying and reporting changes in patient conditions to the appropriate team members.

Administers medications, treatments, and injections as prescribed, ensuring compliance with the Nurse Practice Act and safety protocols.

Assists in the development, implementation, and evaluation of patient care plans.

Maintains accurate and timely documentation of patient care, interventions, and observations in the medical record.

Educates patients and families on health maintenance, medication management, and post-discharge care.

Ensures adherence to infection control protocols, safety standards, and healthcare regulations.

Assists with basic procedures such as wound care, catheterization, and specimen collection within the scope of practice.

Participates in the orientation and training of new staff or nursing students as assigned.

Collaborates with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure the delivery of coordinated care.

Prepares and maintains equipment and supplies necessary for patient care.

Responds to medical emergencies and supports code team interventions within the scope of competency.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Maintains regular and reliable attendance.

Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

• 0-1 years of experience as an LPN in a healthcare setting required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong knowledge of nursing principles, medication administration, and patient care practices.

Proficiency in patient assessment, monitoring, and documentation.

Excellent communication skills for interactions with patients, families, and healthcare teams.

Organizational and time management skills to handle multiple priorities.

Knowledge of safety protocols, infection control measures, and regulatory requirements.

Adaptability to changes in patient care needs and healthcare practices.

Licenses and Certifications

LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure required or

LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse required

BCLS - Basic Life Support required

ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred

Oro Valley Hospital (OVH) is a 176-bed hospital that also has a freestanding emergency center, Skilled Nursing Unit, and large physician group. With these varied access points, you have your choice of settings in which to work. OVH's culture centers around providing safe, quality care to patients, but also to foster a work environment based on teamwork, commitment to a shared goal and recognizing employees for all they do to care for our patients. Often described as a "family," the staff at OVH take pride in doing the best they can to care for their community. OVH is accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer : race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor - priority referral Protected Veterans requested.

Equal Employment Opportunity

This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to : hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.