Job Information
Kansas Employer (LPN) Licensed Practical Nurse - Medical Surgical in Wichita, Kansas
This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/12932213
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.
Details
- Sign-on bonus:Up to \$5,000
- Department:Medical Surgical
- Schedule:Full Time, Night Shift 36 hours, 7pm-730am, Rotating Weekends and Holidays, Self Scheduling
- Hospital:Ascension Via Christi, St Joseph Hospital
- Location:Wichita, Kansas
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
*Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: Travel, PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Actual compensation offer will vary based upon role, education, experience, location, and qualifications. Connect with your Talent Advisor for additional specifics.