Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Step Down ICU (LTAC)

Ascension Healthcare; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated professionals to join their Step Down ICU team in Indianapolis. This rewarding role involves providing critical care to patients requiring longer-term hospitalization, including those with respiratory failure and multisystem complexities. You will work in a collaborative environment, contributing to patient assessments, administering medications, and educating families on care plans. With a commitment to community service and a rich history of healthcare excellence, this organization offers a fulfilling career path with numerous benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance Options

Retirement Benefits

Disability Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Adoption Assistance

Qualifications

• Licensure as a Practical/Vocational Nurse required.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to patients under supervision.
• Administer medications and monitor patient reactions.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Patient Education

Laboratory Testing

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Practical/Vocational Nurse Credential

Job description

**Details**

+ Department: Step Down ICU (LTAC)

+ Schedule: Full Time Days; 36 hours per week; e/3rd weekend. Hours: 7am to 7:30pm

+ Hospital: Ascension St. Vincent Seton

+ Location: Indianapolis, IN

We care for critically ill patients needing longer term hospitalization such as respiratory failure/ventilator management and weaning, and multisystem complexities.

**Benefits**

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

_Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer._

**Responsibilities**

Provide care to patients under the direction of a registered nurse or physician, functioning within scope of license.

+ Contribute to the assessment of patients and assure the well-being of patients.

+ Administer medications and observe patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.

+ Perform laboratory tests and therapeutic services.

+ Educate patients/families about disease treatment plan including self care post discharge, holistic health needs, available resources and follow up care.

**Requirements**

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

+ BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

+ Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the Indiana Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education:

+ High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

+ Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

**Additional Preferences**

ICU / Progressive care experience preferred

**Why Join Our Team**

Ascension St. Vincent in Indiana has been providing rewarding careers in healthcare for over 148 years. With 24 hospitals throughout the greater Indianapolis and Evansville areas, Ascension St. Vincent offers careers in a wide range of services including acute and long-term care, bariatrics, cancer care, cardiovascular services, emergency services, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatric services, primary and urgent care, women's health services and more.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

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Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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