Graduate Practical Nurse (GPN)/ Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Ortho/surgical

St. Francis Medical Center • Cape Girardeau, MO

96d

About The Position

Under the direction of the Clinical Nurse I - V, Department Director, Patient Care Manager, Shift Administrator and Vice President of Patient Care, the Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible and accountable for the quality care of patients assigned by utilizing the nursing process as defined in the Missouri Nurse Practice Act. The LPN will demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient. Demonstrates understanding of the unique physical and psychological needs of the pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information necessary to provide quality care.

Requirements

• Graduate of an approved practical or vocational nursing program.
• Licensed to practice in the State of Missouri or eligible for licensure with a Missouri work permit.
• BLS Certification.
• IV Certified.

Nice To Haves

• Previous hospital or nursing home experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care to patients utilizing the nursing process.
• Demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary for patient care appropriate to age.
• Assess data reflective of the patient's status.
• Interpret information necessary to provide quality care.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities (EEO).
• Employee Assistance Program for tobacco/nicotine cessation.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees