LPN Cardiac - Medical Stepdown (Nights)

Cardiac Medical Stepdown Unit Details :

Patient Population : close monitoring and nursing care for patients who are higher acuity cardiac and respiratory patients

Chest Tubes

Titration of Cardiac Drips

Increased knowledge of BiPAP and Airvo

Increased knowledge of Pacemakers

Increased knowledge of Wearable Cardioverter Defibrillator

Increased knowledge of Heart Caths

Continuous ambulatory peritoneal dialysis

Ultrasound Guided IV

Able to get PCCN certified after one year

Nurse to Patient Ratio : 4 : 1 or 5 : 1

of Beds : 25

• UAP to patient ratio : 9 : 1
• Great unit to start and transition to ICU / ED!

Incentives :

• 1+ Years Experienced Nurse Sign on Bonus up to $20,000 for select departments
• Relocation Assistance up to $3,000 per policy
• Stay Premium Program- up to $8 / hour based on years of Mercy service
• Education Assistance
• Up to $20,000 Loan Forgiveness for new grad nurses
• Tuition Reimbursement $2,000 per year
• Day-One comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance
• PTO / Vacation Time
• Employer-Matched Retirement Funds
• Shift Differentials
• New Increased Weekend Option Differential : $7.50 RN / $5.50 LPN

Qualifications :

• Education : Graduated from a school of nursing (Associate's Degree, Diploma, or BSN).
• Licensure : Is personally responsible for obtaining, and maintaining, a current RN license within the hiring state and / or compact licensure in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all state board of nursing requirements.
• Certifications : Must have American Heart Association Healthcare Provider card or complete a course within probationary period.

Must have ACLS and BLS or obtain within 90 days of hire.

We Offer Great Benefits :

Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!

Mercy has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.