LPN - Cardiac Surgery - Full Time

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Health & Hospital Association is seeking an LPN to provide nursing care for a 24-bed unit specializing in cardiac surgery, vascular and medical overflow patients. You will support pre/post-operative care, monitor cardiac rhythms, and collaborate with educators, case managers, therapists and dietitians while maintaining current licensure and ACLS/PALS/BL S certifications as required.

The role requires an active LPN license and adherence to state-specific licensure standards, with

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program or equivalent experience with successful licensure.
• Must hold a valid LPN license and meet state-specific requirements.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including educators, PCA/PCTs, case managers, therapists, dietitians, and speech therapists.
• Maintain current licensure and certifications as required, such as BLS, ACLS, PALS, PEARS, and unit-specific credentials.

Skills

ACLS credentialing

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Cardiac post-op care

Education

LPN licensure

Job description

Role

Provide nursing care for cardiac surgery, vascular, and medical overflow patients in a 24-bed unit, supporting pre/post-operative care and managing cardiac dysrhythmias requiring IV therapy.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including educators, PCA/PCTs, case managers, therapists, dietitians, and speech therapists. Build clinical skills and earn credentials in ACLS. Maintain current licensure and certifications as required, such as BLS, ACLS, PALS, PEARS, and unit-specific credentials.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program or equivalent experience with successful licensure. Must hold a valid LPN license and meet state-specific requirements.

Skills & Physical Demands

Ability to lift and move up to 50 lbs, stand and walk for extended periods, and perform physical tasks such as gripping, reaching, bending, and kneeling.