Practical Nurse (LPN) - Med/Surg

Advocate Aurora Health • Green Bay, WI

300d • $24 - $37

About The Position

The Practical Nurse (LPN) position at Aurora BayCare Medical Center involves providing direct patient care in a Med/Surg environment. The role requires working full-time with a schedule of three 12-hour shifts one week and two 12-hour shifts the next week, with potential for full-time hours. The position includes weekend and holiday rotations, and the working hours are from 7 am to 7:30 pm. The LPN will be responsible for assisting with patient assessments, developing care plans, and performing clinical tasks such as medication administration and wound care. The role also emphasizes the importance of effective communication and documentation of patient care.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited or approved program in Practical Nursing.
• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license issued by the state in which the team member practices.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) needs to be obtained within 6 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
• Proficient computer skills including keyboarding, navigation within a windows operating system, use of electronic mail and electronic medical records systems.
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop rapport and maintain positive relationships with a variety of patients, family, staff, and physicians.
• Good organization, prioritization, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to multi-task with frequent interruptions.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care according to established policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• Assists with assessment by collecting and documenting data, actions, and responses including biological, psychological, social, and cultural factors.
• Detects significant changes in patient condition and reports these to the registered nurse.
• Assists with developing the plan of care and implements as directed by the registered nurse.
• Supports and reinforces patient teaching according to individualized plan of care.
• Documents performance of nursing interventions and patient's response to those interventions.
• Communicates changes in medical orders to the registered nurse.
• Performs clinical tasks or skills such as medication administration, IV therapy, wound care, and venipuncture.
• Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree