LPN - Ready for Discharge Unit (RDU) - 0.9 NIGHTS
Sky Lakes Medical CenterKlamath Falls, Oregon, United States
Posted November 7, 2025
Full Time
About the Company
Sky Lakes Medical Center is a community-owned, internationally accredited acute‑care hospital serving the 10,000‑square‑mile region of south‑central Oregon and northwest California from its 176‑bed campus in Klamath Falls. It offers a comprehensive continuum of care—including inpatient and outpatient services, home health, primary care, and a range of specialty physician clinics—supported by a dedicated team of over 1,700 employees. The hospital’s award‑winning Sky Lakes Cancer Treatment Center and Cascades East Family Medicine Clinic, along with its residency program, underscore its commitment to high‑quality, specialty care. Recognized with the 2021 Rural Hospital Leadership Award, Sky Lakes exemplifies leadership and responsiveness to the unique health needs of its rural community.
Job Description
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Medically Ready for Discharge Unit (RDU) works under the supervision of the RN to provide direct patient care for patients medically ready for discharge but experiencing delays due to various barriers.
Requirements
- Current Oregon State LPN licensure
- Proficiency in basic nursing skills, patient assessment, and documentation
- Knowledge of discharge planning processes and basic patient education techniques
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Flexibility and adaptability in a dynamic healthcare environment focused on discharge readiness