Medical Surgical LPN - All Shifts Available

Prime Healthcare; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Prime Healthcare as a Med-Surg Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) and be a crucial part of our team at Providence Medical Center. We offer full and part-time shifts in a supportive environment where you'll provide essential patient care and collaborate with healthcare professionals. With a competitive salary, substantial bonus opportunities, and comprehensive benefits, we're dedicated to fostering your career and helping you make a positive impact on patients' lives.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance options

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Bereavement leave, FMLA, and other leave options

Employer 401K options

Tuition reimbursement options

Life, disability, and other insurance options

Qualifications

• Must have a current and valid state license.
• Current BLS certificate required upon hire and to be maintained.
• IV certification required upon hire (state-specific).

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans for safety and effectiveness.
• Monitor and record patients' vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare providers.
• Administer medications accurately while complying with regulations.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Collaboration

Documentation

Infection Control

Education

Current and valid state license

Current BLS certificate

IV certification

Job description

Overview

This position is for our Med/Surg and Tele units - all shifts are available!

Bonus Options: up to $10,000 (paid out over 2 years every 90 days)

Employment Type: Full Time/Part Time

Shifts Available: Days or Nights

Location: Providence Medical Center - Kansas City, KS

A Med-Surg Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in a medical-surgical unit plays a multifunctional role, focusing on providing basic nursing care to patients with various medical conditions and those recovering from surgery. On a regular basis, they monitor vital signs, administer medications, and perform wound care. LPNs collaborate with registered nurses and doctors, reporting any changes in patients’ conditions. They assist with daily living activities, educate patients and families on post-discharge care, and ensure proper documentation in medical records. Their work is essential for maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of patient care in this dynamic unit.

Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits

Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans, ensuring the delivery of safe and effective medical-surgical nursing interventions.
• Regularly monitor and record patients' vital signs and other assessments, promptly reporting any changes or concerns to the registered nurse or physician.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately, maintaining strict compliance with healthcare regulations and institutional policies.
• Work collaboratively with RNs, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to deliver a comprehensive care plan tailored to each patient's needs.
• Educate patients and their families on treatment plans, medical procedures, and postoperative care strategies, enhancing their understanding and involvement in care.
• Maintain meticulous and accurate documentation of all nursing care activities, patient interactions, and observations in the medical record.
• Assisting in managing the work-flowof the med-surg floor, including prioritizing tasks and responding promptly to crises or urgent situations.
• Uphold infection control policies and procedures, actively contributing to a safe and effective healthcare environment.

We look forward to welcoming a skilled LPN to our Med-Surg team, dedicated to making a meaningful impact in our patients’ lives.

Qualifications

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

1. Current and valid state license.

2. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.

3. IV certification upon hire (state specific).

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