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Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN Cardiac/Stroke Med Surg
Job Description & How to Apply Below
** City/State
** Suffolk, VA
** Work Shift
** Third (Nights)
** Overview:
**** Sign on Bonus up to $8,000 available for qualified candidates!
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* Hours:
** 7P to 7A with rotating weekend schedule.
** The Acute Cardiac/Stroke Unit
** at Sentara Obici Hospital provides care for patients with cardiac conditions including heart failure, cardiac rhythm disturbances, newly implanted permanent pacemakers and defibrillators, post- coronary interventions, post-ablation, myocardial infarctions. 2 South also cares for pre/post catheterization, acute stroke, and post procedural neuro cases. This 25-bed unit sees a ratio of 1:6 with assistance of Patient Care Techs with a ratio of 1:8 on average.
The unit cares for patients with acuity higher than a typical medical-surgical unit. 2 South Acute Cardiac is also preparing for a transition to a Cardiac PCU step-down before year's end, making it an exciting opportunity for nurses seeking growth in a dynamic, high-acuity setting. Recognized as a certified stroke center and holding magnet designation for excellence in patient care, Sentara Obici provides a collaborative environment for nurses to thrive and develop their expertise in cardiac and neuro care.
* Onsite childcare for team members providing a safe, nurturing environment
* Free parking and shuttle service
* Paid time off and tuition assistance
* Opportunities for advancement within Sentara Health
- Clinical Ladder program
* Recognition programs for nursing excellence
* Outstanding Transition to Practice and Nurse Residency programs to help you succeed!
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions under the supervision of an RN or Licensed Independent Practitioner (LIP) in the clinical setting, within the scope of practice dictated by the State Boards of Nursing. The LPN demonstrates professional and clinical knowledge relative to designated clinical practice setting in the delivery of direct patient care, adhering to the level of verified competency dictated by the site specific program.
The LPN works as part of a multi-disciplinary team to support and communicate effectively with other licensed independent practitioners (Physicians, NP, PA) in collaboration while providing care and treatment for patients, clinical support and teaching for patient and family members, and adheres to the legal and ethical standards of nursing practice. LPN manages responsibilities of workload with accuracy, provides excellence in customer service, performs testing, medication administration and the implementation of nursing interventions and care plans to support a holistic approach to patient care.
The LPN serves as patient advocate in the prevention of illness or disease.
** Education
* ** Trade School Graduate of a Licensed Practical Nursing Program (Required)
** Certification/Licensure
*** Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of practice
* BLS within 90 days of hire
** Experience
* ** Acute care nursing experience preferred
* Background in Stroke or Telemetry preferred
* None Required Keywords: IMCU, Intermediate care, step down, PCU, stroke, telemetry, EKG, Medical, Surgical, Medsurg, LPN, LVN, acute cardiac, cardiac#Talroo-Nursing.
** Benefits:
Caring For Your Family and Your Career****•
** Medical, Dental, Vision plans
• Adoption, Fertility and Surrogacy Reimbursement up to $10,000
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Paid Parental & Family Caregiver Leave
• Emergency Backup Care
• Long-Term, Short-Term Disability, and Critical Illness plans
• Life Insurance
• 401k/403B with Employer Match
• Tuition Assistance – $5,250/year and discounted educational opportunities through Guild Education
• Student Debt Pay Down – $10,000
• Reimbursement for certifications and free access to complete CEUs and professional development
• Pet Insurance
• Legal Resources Plan
• Colleagues may have the opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus if established system and employee eligibility criteria is met
** Sentara Obici Hospital**, a 175-bed state-of-the-art facility, is located on Godwin Boulevard in Suffolk, VA. Our full-service hospital continues a legacy of providing residents of Western Tidewater with high-quality, patient-centered care. As a recognized…
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