LPN- Float Pool - 630p-7a

Meritus Health

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About The Position

LPN’s working in the Float Pool at Meritus Medical Center play a key role in
providing high-quality, compassionate care across multiple units in our
hospital. This is an exciting opportunity for a nurse who thrives in a
fast-paced, team-oriented environment, and enjoys the variety and professional
growth that comes with floating between specialties.

Why Join Meritus Health’s Float Pool?

Diverse Experience: Gain expertise across multiple specialties. LPN’s in the
Float Pool provide care in multiple areas including: Medical Surgical Units,
Renal/ Oncology/ Palliative Care, Women and Pediatrics, Ortho/ Neuro/ trauma,
Stroke, and more!

Flexible Scheduling: Options to support your work-life balance.
Collaborative Team: Supportive leadership and a strong culture of teamwork.
Opportunity for Career Advancement: Opportunities for career advancement with
tuition reimbursement, scholarships and leadership internships.
Sense of Autonomy: Manage your own patient module with RN support.
Educational Opportunities: Support your ongoing professional growth through
annual Stroke, Trauma, Cardiovascular, Diabetic conferences as well as
additional educational opportunities.

Scope of Practice LPNs at Meritus Health practice within their licensure and
training, in accordance with Maryland Board of Nursing regulations and Meritus
Health policies. Under the direct supervision of a registered nurse, you will
perform a wide range of nursing care activities to meet the personal needs and
comfort of patients while maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment.

Clinical Skills & Responsibilities:

Assessment: Contribute to patient assessments (initial assessments completed
by an RN).
Documentation: Independently document care within scope of practice.
Patient Mobility & Transport: Assist patients safely; transport stable
patients not requiring advanced monitoring or cardiac drips.
Medications: Administer routine oral medications (and those previously
assessed by an RN), IM/SubQ injections, IVPB medications, and narcotics
(except IV Push).
Treatments: Administering blood, wound care, education, IV placements,
catheter insertions, and Nasogastric tube insertion and management.

Requirements

• Graduate from an approved nursing program as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• One year experience in relevant specialty preferred.
• Current license to practice in the State of Maryland as LPN.
• BLS (CPR) in compliance with policy required.
• Current license to practice in the State of Maryland as LPN.
• BLS (CPR) in compliance with policy required.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to patient assessments (initial assessments completed by an RN)
• Independently document care within scope of practice
• Assist patients safely; transport stable patients not requiring advanced monitoring or cardiac drips
• Administer routine oral medications (and those previously assessed by an RN), IM/SubQ injections, IVPB medications, and narcotics (except IV Push)
• Administering blood, wound care, education, IV placements, catheter insertions, and Nasogastric tube insertion and management

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date.
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage Includes company-paid life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability benefits to provide peace of mind.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) A generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals.
• Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement Support for your continued learning and career growth.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) Options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses.
• Shift Differential Pay Team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed