Graduate Practical Nurse (GPN)/ Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Neurosciences
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- required
- Licensed to practice in the State of Missouri or eligible for licensure while having a Missouri work permit- required
- BLS Certification- required
- IV Certified- required
Nice To Haves
- Previous hospital or nursing home experience preferred, but not required.
Responsibilities
- Responsible and accountable for the quality care of patients assigned by utilizing the nursing process as defined in the Missouri Nurse Practice Act.
- 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.
Benefits
- Comprehensive and affordable health coverage including medical, prescription, dental and vision - available on the first of the month after hire date
- Saint Francis Medical Services Discount
- Earned Time Off (ETO) based on relevant years of work history. ETO combines vacation, sick, holidays, and personal days into one balance to allow for flexibility
- Retirement benefits including SFHS immediate matching
- Education Assistance benefits up to $5,000 per calendar year for one year of service after graduation
- Other benefits including: Benefit Support through Health Advocate, Employee Assistance Program, Flexible Spending Accounts, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Earned Wage Access
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
