Licensed Practical Nurs (LPN) Cardiovascular Step Down Unit D4 Days

NY_SJHSYR10 St. Joseph's Hospital Health Center; United States; On-site; USD 38,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health Corp. is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for a night shift on a cardiovascular step-down unit. The LPN provides nursing care under an RN or physician, participates in patient teaching and delivers restorative care in a collaborative team setting.

Requirements include NY LPN licensure, BLS/CPR certification, and ongoing education. The hospital emphasizes mission-driven, patient-centered care and continuous professional development.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited LPN program with current NY licensure or temporary permit.
• Current BLS/CPR certification and ongoing education.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under RN or physician direction with a team approach.
• Monitor patients, administer meds and respond to changes in condition.
• Participate in orientation and continuing education to maintain skills.

Skills

LPN licensure

BLS/CPR certification

Team-based care

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse license

BLS/CPR certification

Job description

Job Details

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Night Shift Description: Unit D4 is a 36 bed cardiovascular step down unit caring for patients admitted for open heart and vascular surgery. We serve patients with a variety of acute medical, cardiac, vascular and respiratory conditions. We monitor class I telemetry and manage cardiac drips. Specialized training includes CORE EKG classes. We incorporate a primary care nursing model with a team approach to meet the needs of the patient population. St. Joseph’s earned the 2018 Women’s’ Choice Award for America’s Best Hospitals for Heart Care, Healthgrades Quality Award for Cardiac Surgery Excellence and recognized as one of the 2018 Top 50 Cardiovascular Hospitals by IBM Watson Health.

POSITION SUMMARY

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a licensed health care provider who provides nursing care under the direction of an RN, physician, or other authorized health care provider. There is no independent component to the LPN role. The Nurse Practice Act defines the practice of a LPN as “performing tasks and responsibilities within the framework of case finding, health teaching, health counseling, and provision of supportive and restorative care under the direction of a registered nurse or licensed physician, dentist, or other licensed health care provider legally authorized under this title and in accordance with the commissioner’s regulations.”

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE

Graduate of an accredited school for Licensed Practical Nurses holding a current licensure or temporary permit from the State of New York. Current BLS/CPR certification. Participates in orientation and continuing education, updating and maintaining knowledge and skills related to specific areas of expertise.

MISSION STATEMENT

We, St Joseph's Health and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

VISION

To be world-renowned for passionate patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes.

CORE VALUES

In the spirit of good Stewardship, we heal by practicing Justice in fostering right relationships to promote common good, Reverence in honoring the dignity of every person, Excellence in expecting the best of ourselves and others; Integrity in being faithful to who we say we are.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $27.85-$35.87 Pay is based on experience, skills, and education.

Our Commitment

E Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health Overview

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.