LPN Licensed Practical Nurse - Medical Surgical

AECOM; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

AECOM is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse to join the Medical Surgical team at Ascension Via Christi in Wichita, KS. This full-time role involves providing essential care to patients, ensuring well-being, administering medications, and educating patients and families about treatment plans. Join us to make a meaningful impact in patient care and experience a rewarding career with comprehensive benefits, including various health insurance options, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits including employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month of hire date required.
• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing required.
• IV Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide care to patients under the direction of a registered nurse or physician.
• Administer medications and observe patients for adverse reactions.
• Educate patients about disease treatment plans and follow-up care.

Skills

Patient Care

Medication Administration

Patient Education

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

**Details**

+ **Department:** Medical Surgical

+ **Schedule:** Full time, day shift, working 3 12hr shifts/week from 7:00am - 7:30pm, rotating weekends and holidays, self-scheduling

+ **Hospital:** Ascension Via Christi, St Teresa

+ **Location:** Wichita, KS

**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.

+ Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing 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**

+ IV Certification

**Why Join Our Team**

Ascension Via Christi caregivers have been caring for and providing healing to Kansas communities for more than 135 years. As the largest healthcare provider in Kansas, we offer career opportunities across a number of hospitals, clinics, therapy centers and home health services.

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.

**Equal Employment Opportunity Employer**

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic 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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