Licensed Practical Nurse- Medical Surgical

Saint Luke's Health System • Chillicothe, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Hedrick Medical Center in Chillicothe, MO is seeking a LPN to join our team. You will have the opportunity to help improve hospital throughput and capacity while enhancing the patient experience. Our LPNs make an impact on our patient’s hospital stay daily by providing individualized care in a positive and supportive work environment. We are proud to offer low patient ratios and treat our patients and each other with respect and kindness, ensuring our vision of being “The Best Place to Get Care. The Best Place to Give Care”.

Requirements

• Less than 1 year Applicable Experience
• Basic Life Support - American Heart Association or Red Cross
• Licensed Practical Nurse (MO) - National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NURSYS)

Nice To Haves

• strong communication and time management skills
• team oriented
• eager to expand their skills
• possess a strong attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care under the direction and supervision of an RN.
• Performs direct and indirect patient care tasks.
• Provides assistance with activities of daily living and care such as bathing, hygiene, elimination and toileting, nutrition, feeding, hydration, ambulation and positioning.
• Anticipates the patient’s family needs in a proactive fashion.
• Individualizes and modifies care according to the patient’s needs.
• Collaborates with other health care team members to enhance the provision of patient care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree