• Medical Surgical LPN

    Prime Healthcare (Leavenworth, KS)


    Overview

     

    We are seeking aMedical Surgical LPN,sometimes referred to as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Practical Nurse. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) plays an important role our hospital by providing hands-on care to patients recovering from surgery, managing chronic or acute illnesses, or undergoing diagnostic procedures. Working alongside RNs, physicians, and other healthcare team members to provide patient care our hospital's medical-surgical (Med-Surge) unit, LPNs focus on assisting with patient care and ensuring comfort and safety.

     

    Bonus Options:up to $10,000(Paid out as stipends every 90 days)

     

    Employment Type:Full Time

     

    Shifts Available:Nights($3.00-$5.00 shift diff)

    Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:

    + Health, dental, and vision insurance options

    + Paid vacation, sick time and holidays

    + Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options

    + Employer 401K options

    + Tuition reimbursement options

    + Life, disability, and other insurance options

    + Many other amazing benefits

    Responsibilities

    ** If you have recently graduated or about to graduate as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), with no experience you are encouraged to apply. Entry-LevelLPN opening, willing to train the right LPN / LVN!

    Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

    + Measure and record blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation

    + Help patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, and toileting

    + Assist with turning, positioning, and ambulating patients to prevent bedsores and promote recovery

    + Observe patients for side effects or adverse reactions to medications and report findings to an RN or physician

    + Monitor patients for changes in condition (e.g., pain levels, skin color, or behavior)

    + Recognize early warning signs of complications and report them to an RN or physician

    + Prepare patients for tests or procedures by ensuring they understand the process and are physically ready

    + Teach patients and families about basic post-discharge care, such as wound care, medication schedules, and managing chronic conditions

    + Work under the supervision of RNs and report directly to them regarding patient care issues

    Qualifications

    Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

     

    + Current and valid state license

    + Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current

    + IV certification upon hire (state specific)

     

    Full benefits at Prime Healthcare:https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

     

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    Employment Status

     

    Full Time

     

    Shift

     

    Nights

     

    Equal Employment Opportunity

     

    Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_screen\_reader\_10\_20.pdf

     

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    FacilitySt. John's Hospital

     

    LocationUS-KS-Leavenworth

    ID2025-218659

    CategoryLVN/LPN

     

    Position TypeFull Time

     

    ShiftNights

     

    Job TypeNon-Exempt