Licensed Practical Nurse - Float Pool - Full Time - Days
About The Position
Nebraska Methodist Health System is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for their Float Pool. This full-time position involves providing quality care to patients and families according to their individualized needs. The role emphasizes a culture of exceptional care, known as 'The Meaning of Care,' which focuses on compassion, going above and beyond for patients, and making a real difference in the community. The health system offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and a supportive work environment. Employees are part of a team that values making a difference. This position is located at Methodist Jennie Edmundson in Council Bluffs, IA.
Requirements
- Graduate of accredited school of nursing required.
- Current valid Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License, valid compact multistate license, or temporary permit while awaiting licensure required.
- Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire, required within 3 months of hire.
- Knowledge of nursing practices and principles, medications and effects, charting and notes.
- Knowledge of the operation and use of equipment and manual dexterity.
- Ability to apply nursing practices and principles.
- Ability to communicate both orally and in writing with staff, patients, visitors, physicians and other departments.
- Ability to learn and adapt to changing nursing practices.
- Ability to apply positive patient relations when dealing with patients, staff, physicians or the public.
- Medium Work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force.
Nice To Haves
- Current American Heart Association or American Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred at time of hire
Responsibilities
- Promotes positive relations when interacting with patients, visitors, families, physicians, customers and co-workers.
- Assist the Registered Nurse (RN) by obtaining initial assessment of patient and on-going patient observation.
- Performs nursing care as assigned by Charge Nurse, utilizing policies and procedures, Standards of Care and Care Plan.
- Conducts patient teaching according to needs identified by discharge planning and care plan.
- Provides safety measures to protect staff and patients.
- Communicates verbally and in writing with patients, visitors, employees and medical staff.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Excellent benefits
- Up to $10,000 Sign-on bonus
- Shift differentials & other financial incentives
- Tuition assistance
- Academic sponsorship with Methodist College
- Free parking
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
