Emergency Room LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse)- Full-time Days

This position comes with a $10,000 sign-on bonus. This is a full-time day position (7 a.m. to 7 p.m.).

Providence Medical Center in Kansas City is renowned for its exceptional patient care and extensive range of services. From emergency services and general surgery to heart and vascular care, the Spine, and Joint Centers. Providence offers everything you need under one roof.Providence Medical Center, a Healthgrades "America's Top 250 hospital," is accredited by the Joint Commission and a member of Prime Healthcare. Founded in 1920, Providence is a community hospital with a rich history of caring for patients in the Western Kansas City area.

As an employee, you will be part of a community-focused organization dedicated to giving back. The center not only offers a fulfilling work environment but also provides outstanding benefits to its employees. These benefits include:

Outstanding Medical Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage
• Tuition Reimbursement: Support for further education and professional growth.
• Paid Time Off: Generous leave policies to balance work and life.
• 401(k) Plan: Retirement savings plan to secure your future.

Join Providence Medical Center's team of dedicated healthcare workers and embark on a rewarding career with opportunities for growth and contribution to community well-being.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to veteran status, disability, race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, or other protected characteristics. If you need special accommodation for the application process, please contact Human Resources. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Emergency Department, you will provide high-quality care to patients with varied and complex health conditions. Working under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians, you will play a crucial role in the fast-paced emergency environment. Your responsibilities will include patient assessment, performing critical interventions, and promoting high standards of patient care.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial assessments of patients' conditions and triage patients based on medical need and urgency.
• Accurately monitor and record patients' vital signs, including heart rate, blood pressure, temperature, and oxygen saturation.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments as directed by physicians and/or RNs. Monitor patients for side effects and adverse reactions.
• Perform wound care, bandaging, and dressing changes as necessary.
• Initiate and manage IV therapy as instructed by the healthcare team.
• Maintain detailed and accurate electronic health records, documenting all aspects of patient care.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team, providing updates and explanations as required.
• Assist with procedures, support families in crisis, and provide emotional support to patients and their loved ones.
• Participate in emergency procedures, including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as necessary.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized care plans.

Join our team and make a real difference in the lives of our patients every day. Apply now to embark on a rewarding career in emergency care.

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