Medical Surgical LPN (Part Time)

Prime Healthcare; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Medical Surgical LPN to join their team at Providence Medical Center in Kansas City. This part-time position offers a great opportunity for entry-level nurses, with duties centered around patient care and recovery support. Enjoy a variety of benefits including health, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance options

Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays

Tuition reimbursement options

Employer 401K options

Life and disability insurance

Qualifications

• Must have valid state nursing license.
• BLS and IV certifications required.
• Entry-level candidates encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Measure and record vital signs.
• Assist patients with daily living activities.
• Monitor patient's condition and report changes.

Skills

Patient care

Monitoring vital signs

Assisting with ADLs

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse License

Current BLS certification

IV certification (state specific)

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Medical Surgical LPN, sometimes referred to as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Practical Nurse. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays an important role our hospital by providing hands-on care to patients recovering from surgery, managing chronic or acute illnesses, or undergoing diagnostic procedures. Working alongside RNs, physicians, and other healthcare team members to provide patient care our hospital's medical-surgical (Med-Surge) unit, LPNs focus on assisting with patient care and ensuring comfort and safety.

Employment Type: Part Time

Shifts Available: Nights

Location: Providence Medical Center - Kansas City, KS

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

Responsibilities

** If you have recently graduated or about to graduate as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), with no experience you are encouraged to apply. Entry-Level LPN opening, willing to train the right LPN / LVN!

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

• Measure and record blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation
• Help patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, and toileting
• Assist with turning, positioning, and ambulating patients to prevent bedsores and promote recovery
• Observe patients for side effects or adverse reactions to medications and report findings to an RN or physician
• Monitor patients for changes in condition (e.g., pain levels, skin color, or behavior)
• Recognize early warning signs of complications and report them to an RN or physician
• Prepare patients for tests or procedures by ensuring they understand the process and are physically ready
• Teach patients and families about basic post-discharge care, such as wound care, medication schedules, and managing chronic conditions
• Work under the supervision of RNs and report directly to them regarding patient care issues

Qualifications

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

• Current and valid state license
• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current
• IV certification upon hire (state specific)

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

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics. If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

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