LPN - Neurology Med/Surg (Nights)
About The Position
This 48-bed med-surg unit cares for medical surgical patients and offers the most advanced neurovascular care to complex patients. While 6NSU is a med-surg unit, it has a complexity that sets it apart from other med-surg units. Its specialized patient population includes those with stroke, aneurysms, seizures, spinal fusions, brain and spinal cord tumors and other neurological conditions. Nurses receive extra neurology training and additional certifications, such as National Institute of Health Stroke Scale certification, or NIHSS, and gain experience with complex interventions such as lumbar drains. Nebraska Medicine is the region’s only Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center and has the highest level of accreditation in the area for epilepsy treatment.
Requirements
- Graduate from an accredited school/college of nursing required.
- Demonstrate effective communication skills required.
- Ability to demonstrate initiative, teamwork and flexibility required.
- Currently licensed as a practical nurse in the state of Nebraska or current compact state license required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).
- Completion of IV therapy 8- hour didactic course if graduated prior to May 1, 2016 from a LPN program in the state of Nebraska OR hold a license from a compact state and present proof of program curriculum that includes IV therapy or completion of IV therapy 8- hour didactic course required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in a physician's office preferred.
- Experience in setting related to clinic setting preferred.
- Proficiency in secondary language preferred.
- Participate in performance improvement activities preferred.
Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care and identified clinical support tasks within the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) scope of practice for achievement of the patient's plan of care in conjunction with the registered nurse and/or medical staff.
Benefits
- Up to $5,000/year in tuition assistance
- 35% discount at Clarkson College
- Career advancement opportunities with covered educational costs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
