Part-time Lpn Jobs in Lakewood, CO

Position Summary:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions as a house-wide clinical resource supporting RNs, Rehab Technicians, Behavioral Attendants, and the interdisciplinary care team in the delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centered care.

Provides direct and indirect nursing care to adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients with complex rehabilitation, neurologic, and medical-surgical needs, including BI and SCI populations, in accordance with the Colorado Nurse Practice Act and under the direction of an RN, physician, or other authorized provider.

Serves as a visible, house wide resource or otherwise directed by supervisor for Rehab Technicians and RNs by providing real-time clinical support, guidance, task assistance, and escalation of patient care concerns.

This role requires a strong on-unit presence, frequent rounding, and excellent communication with staff to promote continuity of care, patient safety, and timely problem resolution.Provides safety, structure and physical care in a consistent manner to patients with physical impairments, impaired reasoning and thinking skills and/ or behavior issues.

Location: 3425 S Clarkson St, Englewood CO 80113

Shift: Monday-Friday; 11 am-23:30 pm MST (11 am- 11:30 pm MST)

Compensation: $22.67–$32.65; plus applicable differentials for the evening shift

Deadline to Apply: June 10, 2026

Position Requirements:

• Licensure/Certification/Registrations: Current Colorado LPN license requied BLS, through AHA for the Health Care Provider certification required.
• Education: Graduate of a nursing program from an accredited college or university required. Graduate of a CCNE or ACEN accredited commission of nursing required.
• Experience: Demonstrated experience initiating and maintaining intravenous (IV) access, ensuring patient safety and adherence to clinical protocols required. 2 years of LPN experience preferred, ideally in rehabilitation, acute care, medical-surgical or neuroscience setting.

Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of practical nursing principles, patient safety, and infection prevention required.
• Ability to collect patient data, observe and report changes in condition, and communicate findings promptly to the RN in support of the nursing plan of care.
• Excellent organizational and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond to changing unit needs.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to serve as a trusted clinical resource across units.
• Ability to provide direct patient care and perform delegated nursing interventions within LPN scope of practice.
• Knowledge of medication administration, treatments, and documentation per policy and delegation.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, teamwork, and professional judgment.

Essential Functions:

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of the RN and in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
• Act as a house-wide support resource by assisting RNs and Rehab Techs with patient care needs, clinical tasks, and prioritization during high-acuity or high-volume periods.
• Utilize a consistent, patient-centered, and holistic approach to care.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, mobility, transfers, toileting, and nutrition.
• Administer medications and treatments as delegated and in accordance with scope of practice and policy.
• Demonstrate effective time management and prioritization while maintaining a visible presence on the unit(s).
• Provide guidance and direction to ancillary nursing personnel as appropriate.
• Document patient care, interventions, and observations accurately and in a timely manner per policy.
• Communicate changes in patient condition promptly to the RN.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary rehabilitation team to support patient goals and outcomes.
• Educate patients and families as delegated, reinforcing RN-led education and care plans.
• Use safe patient handling techniques and equipment to prevent injury.

*This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned.

Craig Hospital Benefits: (Benefit Eligible Positions)

At Craig Hospital we offer a wide range of outstanding benefits that allow our employees to tailor a benefits package that meets their individual needs. Planning a family or looking forward to retirement we have options. Our medical insurance is a self-funded plan administered by Allegiance Benefit Plans with a CIGNA network of providers offering two different comprehensive plans. We offer dental insurance through Delta Dental, and vision insurance through EyeMed. Craig offers Health Care and Dependent Care Spending Accounts. Craig also provides, and pays for both Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance plans for every benefit-eligible employee. We offer generous time-off benefits to allow you to enjoy your time away from work too! Additionally, we have a 403b Retirement Plan with a generous matching contribution through Empower Retirement that you are eligible for upon hire. Want to go back to school? We have Tuition Assistance. Unexpected emergency? We have Employee Assistance Programs and an Employee Emergency Assistance Fund. At Craig, we believe in offering best-in-class benefits and prioritize benefits to support you.

Join Craig Hospital

Nationally recognized for our excellence in spinal cord and brain injury rehabilitation, Craig Hospital is more than a care facility—it’s a tight-knit community of healthcare professionals committed to transforming lives. Our nurses play a critical role in that transformation, combining technical skill with human compassion in a collaborative, interdisciplinary setting.

Why Build Your Career With Us?

• Unmatched Clinical Growth: Master advanced neurological and respiratory interventions.
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with specialized therapists to restore patient independence.
• Diverse Pathways: Choose the unit environment that best fits your career goals.

Ready to support life-changing recovery? Apply now and be part of something extraordinary. Join Craig Hospital!