LPN - Cardiac Intermediate 4D

About the role

This role involves utilizing the nursing process to provide patient care under supervision or guidance of licensed professionals, ensuring professional accountability and maintaining patient rights and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate patient care in collaboration with other departments
• Manage high-acuity post-operative cardiothoracic, vascular, and medical overflow patients in a 28-bed monitored unit
• Administer therapies such as chest tubes, lytic therapy, antidysrhythmics, vasopressors, Bipap, insulin drips, and sedatives
• Participate in cross-training and career development opportunities within critical care settings

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited practical nursing program or equivalent experience
• Current LPN license in the state of practice, maintained per state requirements
• Physical ability to stand, walk, bend, lift, and turn patients, with the ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Basic Life Support certification required; IV certification preferred
• Open to both new and experienced LPNs

Skills

• Compassionate care delivery
• Teamwork
• Adaptability
• Willingness to learn and grow within a dynamic healthcare environment