LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse - Cardiovascular Progressive Care - Nights
Westerville, OH, United States
Employment Type: Full time Shift: 12 Hour Night Shift
Description: Interested candidates are welcome to submit resume directly to Laura Mangia, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, at [email protected]
Mount Carmel Nurses are the heartbeat of our health system. We have several opportunities for both new graduates and experienced LPNs. Regardless of your experience, we want to connect with you!
About the Unit:
The Cardiovascular Progressive Care Unit (CVPCU) at Mount Carmel St. Ann’s has 30 beds, with space to accommodate between 6-9 progressive care patients. The Registered Nurse could expect to see patients related to NSTEMI and post STEMI/cardiac arrest, post-cardiac cath and acute coronary syndrome, AAA repair, atrial fibrillation, amputations, and femoral-popliteal bypass. The RN will also care for patients in diabetic ketoacidosis and acute respiratory failure on Bipap or AirVo. This unit offers a strong, welcoming teamwork environment. An RN would have many amazing opportunities to learn and grow their nursing knowledge with both intermediate and progressive care patient populations. CVPCU staff enjoy a positive work-life culture and a supportive leadership team.
About Mount Carmel St. Ann's:
Mount Carmel St. Ann’s has always been the sole, full-service inpatient hospital in northeast central Ohio. But thanks to a recent expansion, it’s transformed into a regional medical center with a long list of patient-centered facilities and services.
Today St. Ann’s is home to a fully integrated cardiovascular center of excellence with open-heart capabilities, a Primary Stroke Center, a dedicated Women’s Health Center, a Maternity Pavilion that welcomes nearly 4,000 new babies every year, an award-winning Network Cancer Program, the first Cyberknife robotic radiosurgery center in central Ohio and a dedicated orthopedics and spine unit.
These state-of-the-art facilities and capabilities, along with our exceptional team of medical professionals, allow Mount Carmel St. Ann’s to provide award-winning, patient-centered care.
What we offer:
Competitive compensation and day one benefit packages including medical, dental and vision coverage.
Retirement saving account with employer match starting on day one, generous paid time off programs and employee recognition incentive program.
Tuition and professional development reimbursement – fully discounted tuition through our enrollment opportunities at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing.
Flexible schedules through our FirstChoice Internal Travel Program, Weekend Option Program, and local Float Pool.
About the job:
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides administrative support and patient care in an atmosphere sensitive to each person’s physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs under the direction of a Provider or RN.
What you will do:
DELEGATION: Directs unlicensed staff in work related activities under the supervision of a registered nurse. Demonstrates the ability to manage the patient assignment effectively.
NURSING PROCESS: LPN will use assessment skill to collect data and then collaborate with RN to discuss next steps in the care of the patient.
COMMUNICATION: Communicates pertinent clinical information to appropriate members of the patient care team. Keeps patient/family appraised/updated.
EDUCATION: Provides patient/family education under the direction of the registered nurse
CONTINUITY PLANNING: In conjunction with the physician and RN, identifies discharge needs, participates in planning and completes continuity of care forms as appropriate.
COLLABORATION: Collaborates with attending physicians, house staff, registered nurse, and other health care disciplines regarding patient care.
SAFE PRACTICE: Performs treatments and procedures according to approved standards, policies, procedures, and guidelines. Verifies and implements physician/other licensed independent practitioner’s orders. Administers medications, according to the organization’s standards, policies, procedures and/or guidelines. Initiates appropriate emergency procedures within the scope of practice under the direction of the RN/physician. Practices proper patient identification procedures. Maintains equipment appropriate to the care environment. Establishes priorities for the delivery of nursing care and meets patient needs.
DOCUMENTATION: Documents accurately and completely pertinent information/data in accordance with documentation standards, policies, procedures and/or guidelines.
COMPUTER SKILLS: Utilizes computer systems effectively, including. ATK. Systems appropriate to area. Registrar. Appropriate use of Internet/Intranet.
INITIATIVE: Takes responsibility to facilitate improvements in patient services, staff/physician relationships and the working climate. Is responsible/accountable for professional development and maintaining licensure requirements. Takes responsibility for own education.
Administration of medications: Please see the Scope of practice for LPN set forth by the Ohio Board of Nursing
What we are looking for:
Education: Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing
Licensure: Current license in good standing to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the State of Ohio
Certification: Current BLS/CPR and maintain current certification; IV certification preferred
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