What are the responsibilities and job description for the New Grad Nurse LPN position at Prime Healthcare Services?
Overview
Committed to Delivering Compassionate, Quality Care to Patients
Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community! Providence Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.
Providence Medical Center is a full-service hospital serving the residents of Wyandotte County and the greater Kansas City metro area. The hospital offers a complete line of services including: Emergency Services; Critical Care; Medical/Surgical; Telemetry; Advanced Imaging; Laboratory; Rehabilitation; and more! Learn more at https://providencekc.com
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Responsibilities
We are seeking newly graduated Nurses (LPN) , at Providence Medical Center, a member of Prime Healthcare in Kansas City, KS.
You will be part of our Nursing staff, performing a wide range of duties to support patient care. Multiple Units available including: Med/Surg, Telemetry, and more!
Bonus Options: up to $6,000
Employment Type: Full Time
Shifts Available: Varies
Units Available: Multiple
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):
- perform head-to-toe assessments, monitor vital signs, and identify changes in patient conditions and patient care
- administer oral, intravenous (IV), intramuscular (IM), or subcutaneous medications, including pain management and antibiotics
- use electronic health records (EHRs) to document patient assessments, interventions, medications given, and progress
- handle multiple patients with varying acuity levels, often prioritizing tasks like responding to emergencies, addressing pain management, and ensuring timely medication administration
- participate in a nurse orientation designed to transition new grads into practice
- work closely with experienced nurses or preceptors to refine clinical and critical-thinking skills
Qualifications
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING
1. Current and valid state license2. Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current.3. IV certification upon hire
