Licensed Practical Nurse - Non-Career

State of Michigan; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An entry-level opportunity for a Licensed Practical Nurse in a dynamic healthcare environment. This role involves providing essential nursing care to patients, administering medications, and maintaining thorough documentation under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Ideal for those seeking to start their nursing career, this position offers a supportive atmosphere where you can grow and develop your skills. With a focus on patient care and safety, you will be an integral part of the healthcare team, ensuring high-quality service delivery. Don't miss out on the chance to join a rewarding profession with a $2,000 signing bonus for eligible new hires!

Benefits

$2,000 Signing Bonus

Flexible Shifts

Health Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Michigan Practical Nurse license.
• Requires a certificate from an approved practical nursing program.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Administer medications and monitor their effectiveness.
• Document all nursing activities in member medical records.

Skills

Nursing Care

Medication Administration

Patient Monitoring

Documentation

Physical Patient Handling

Education

Certificate from a Practical Nursing Program

Job description

The LPN E9 (Licensed Practical Nurse) is an entry level position. This position requires the performance of a full range of LPN duties using independent judgment under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The LPN provides nursing care to members for a designated shift using the established care plan, contributes to the planning of member care, administers medications, monitors for effectiveness of those medications, implements and evaluates interventions, and extensive documentation in the member medical records. The LPN functions under the supervision and delegation of a Registered Nurse.

The LPN in this facility is not allowed to start IVs, initiate IV therapies, or administer IV medications.

This position is test-designated and is subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

**This position offers a $2,000 signing bonus to eligible new hires.**

Education

Possession of a certificate from a practical nursing education program accepted for licensure by the Michigan Board of Nursing.

Experience

Practical Nurse Licensed Non-Career
No specific type or amount is required.

Special Requirements, Licenses, and Certifications

Some positions are assigned job duties that may require possession of a valid State of Michigan Driver's License.
Michigan licensure as a Practical Nurse.

Physical Requirements

The job duties require the employee to handle the physical demands of the work including lifting and positioning patients, walking, use of restraints, and aggressive behavior management practices.

• Employees in this job are non-career and employment may last up to 1,040 hours in a calendar year.
• Some jobs require an employee to be assigned to work on any day of the week and on any shift.
• Some jobs are located in a correctional, mental health, or hospital facility, or social services agency.