LPN - Neuroscience​/Med-Surg

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Night Shift

Description:

Exceptional opportunity for a Licensed Practical Nurse to support our vision and serve with us as a compassionate and transforming healing presence in our community. We seek Remarkable individuals from a variety of backgrounds, because diversity makes us stronger.

An Opportunity to Join our Remarkable Care as an LPN awaits YOU!!!!

Trinity Health Oakland is a beautiful full-service, 304-bed acute care hospital, located in Livonia, MI, that provides comprehensive care, including a 24-hour emergency department, general medicine, inpatient and outpatient surgery, physical medicine and rehabilitation, intensive care unit, cancer, cardiology, geriatrics and birthing and women's health. Through several major expansions in the hospital, programs and services, Trinity Health Oakland continues to offer the latest in quality health and medical services.

Trinity Health Oakland has received numerous awards recognizing excellence in clinical outcomes, patient safety, financial performance and efficiency.

Full-Time position, 12 hours, with a weekend rotation and holiday commitment.

Day Shift and Night Shift Available!

BENEFITS AVAILABLE TO YOU AS A COLLEAGUE OF TRINITY

* Competitive compensation

* Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability starts DAY ONE

* Nurse Residency Program for all new nurses!  for more details

* Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions

* Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health

* Tuition Reimbursement

* Daily Pay - Choose to get paid every day! Learn more by visiting

* Free parking in proximity to your workplace

Trinity Health offers a comprehensive benefit package offering healthcare plans accessing the Trinity Health and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) network of hospitals and providers. Each plan option offers the flexibility to choose from two tiers with Tier 1 Trinity Health network providers providing the lowest out of pocket costs and Tier 2 select BCBSM providers.

6 South is a 35-bed medical neuroscience unit that cares for patients who have a multitude of medical/neurological diagnoses, some who require telemetry monitoring. Also includes care of Neuro/Surgical patients.

6 South is an excellent unit to start your Nursing Career and prepare you for your future path/specialty area.

SUMMARY:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions as a collaborative member of the health care team in partnership with and under the general supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN)/Physician utilizing principles of Relationship-Based Care through the effective implementation of specific aspects of the nursing process; performs and coordinates direct patient care for a specific group of patients. The LPN acts in accordance with scope of practice allowable by licensure in the State of Michigan and congruent with their educational preparation.

This includes the administration of medications as authorized. Demonstrates unit/area competencies.

The LPN may not delegate tasks to or supervise other licensed or non-licensed health professionals. The LPN actively supports the activities of the unit-based shared governance council and promotes organizational commitment and excellence in the patient care experience.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Education:

* Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, one year of specialized nursing education and proof of successful completion of pharmacology course.

Certification/Licensure:

* Requires current and active license to practice as LPN in State of Michigan.

* Must have current or obtain during orientation and maintain Basic Life Support Certification (BLS).

REQUIRED

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to apply nursing techniques within defined responsibilities to meet patient and family needs. Awareness of the Scope of Practice of Health Professionals in the state of Michigan, the role of LPN and relationship to RN Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with patients, families and coworkers. Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for over 90% of work time.

Ability to walk and stand for up to 90% of work time. Ability to lift, turn, and position patients frequently.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

* Performs specific nursing interventions as delegated by the Registered Nurse and/or Physician to support attainment of treatment goals and uses interdisciplinary plan as the framework for care.

* Reports changes in patient condition, feedback, and follow-up to the RN in a timely manner.

* Obtains necessary clinical data from patient, family, or significant other.

* Demonstrates competency in the administration of medications.

* Informs and provides information to patients about planned procedures and treatments in order to reduce fear and anxieties and to encourage patient participation.

* Performs activities which may be delegated by the RN and/or Physician, including…