Licensed Practical Nurse LPN - Medical Surgical - Telemetry

Prime Healthcare • Evanston, IL

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About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct and indirect patient care services requiring technical and manual skills within the scope of practice. Care is intended to meet patients’ psychosocial, physical, and general needs and communication needs of patients and families. The LPN works under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role also requires knowledge of EMTALA regulations and the triage process in an emergency department setting.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license.
• IV certification and Blood Withdrawal (BW) certification within 90 days of hire.
• Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintained thereafter.

Nice To Haves

• Work experience in health care is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care within the scope of practice.
• Address the psychosocial, physical, and general aspects of patient care, as well as the communication needs of patients and families.
• Perform duties under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Demonstrate knowledge of EMTALA regulations and the emergency department triage process.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of $7,500 for qualified candidates; eligibility and payout terms apply.
• Paid time off.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Medical coverage.
• Dental coverage.
• Vision coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Additional voluntary benefit options.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED