Licensed Practical Nurse- OAK 8 W Surg Med

Position Summary :

Under supervision of a registered nurse, responsible for assisting in the delivery of nursing care within the assigned unit scope of practice following hospital policies and procedures, nursing process guidelines, standards of care, and standards of practice.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities :

Observes, documents, and reports patient / resident response to plan of care.

Completes delegated aspects of the patient / resident care plan / standard of care; included but not limited to safe medication administration, implementation of plan of care procedures, and treatments, reinforcement of patient and family discharge teaching needs.

Maintains a safe patient care environment

Demonstrates competence in all aspects of role. Seeks to improve quality of service by continuously developing individual and unit competencies within scope of practice.

Performs other related responsibilities as required.

Qualifications : Required :

High school diploma or equivalent.

Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing.

Current State of Michigan Practical Nurse license, or license obtained within 90 days of hire / transfer into this role

BLS certification from American Heart Association (AHA), American Red Cross (ARC), or Canadian equivalent, is required before start date and valid at least 60 days beyond start date .

Preferred :

Experience specific to the unit / position.

Additional Information

Schedule : Full-time

Requisition ID : 25005732

Daily Work Times : 7 : 00am- 7 : 30pm

Hours Per Pay Period : 72

On Call : No

Weekends : Yes