Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Emergency Department, Nights

University of Maryland Medical System
Glen Burnie, Maryland, United States
Full-time

Job Description

Full-Time Nights - 8p-830a

Under moderate supervision, the staff Licensed Practical Nurse is a licensed care giver who performs as a team member who has thorough knowledge of scientific principles, methods and technical skills adult and older adult patient care.

All work is performed under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.

Mission

All employees are responsible for extending the mission and values of Baltimore Washington Medical Center by dedicating oneself to providing the highest quality healthcare services to the communities we serve.

Reporting Relationships

Reports to Registered Nurse

Qualifications

  • Graduation from an accredited school of Practical Nursing, current licensure by the Maryland State Board of Nurses.
  • At least one year of LPN experience is preferred.
  • Recent appropriate nursing practice (within past 5 years) or refresher course within the past six (6) months.
  • American Heart Association (AHA) BLS required.
  • Must meet unit specific certification as required such as (PALS, ACLS, NRP).

Working Conditions

Works inside. May be exposed to frequent interruptions and multiple crisis situations. Potential for regular exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials, such as chemicals and cleaning agents, requiring the observation of Standard (Universal) Precautions and safe handling practices.

May be physically and verbally abused by patients. Expected to work on rotating shifts including weekends and holidays as necessary.

May be expected to work on other than regular unit to provide adequate staffing, if the need arises. This position has been classified as medium exposure risk and requires the completion of an annual respirator mask fitting.

Physical Requirements

Standing, sitting, bending, and walking is required three (3) to five (5) hours / shift. Involves heavy (up to and in excess of one hundred 100 pounds) lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling zero (0) to three (3) hours / shift, in accordance with Safe Patient Lifting policy.

Requires appropriate listening and speaking skills to converse with patients, staff, visitors, and physicians. Requires hearing / listening to differentiate sounds zero (0) to three (3) hours / shift.

Visual acuity is necessary to read labels, charts, document, and use various instruments / equipment zero (0) to three (3) hours / shift.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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