Licensed Practical Nurse Med Surg

About the role

Deliver comprehensive bedside care within the appropriate scope of practice. Contribute to the ongoing assessment of patient status and reporting findings promptly to the RN or Physician. Administer medication and maintain documentation. Perform essential laboratory tests and diagnostic clinical tasks as ordered. Assist in the coordination of discharge planning and patient/family education.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive bedside care within the appropriate scope of practice.
• Contribute to the ongoing assessment of patient status and reporting findings promptly to the RN or Physician.
• Administer medication and maintain documentation.
• Perform essential laboratory tests and diagnostic clinical tasks as ordered.
• Absorb and implement changes to the care plan as directed by the RN or Physician.
• Absorb and implement changes to the care plan as directed by the RN or Physician.

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.

Qualifications

• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and procedures.
• Ability to follow hospital policies and procedures.

Benefits

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Pay

Commensurate with experience

Schedule

Days | Full-time