LVN / LPN - Acute Care

Job Opportunity

Contract Position: LVN - 5N MedSurg

Duration: 13 Weeks

Shift: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM

Call Requirements: None

Weekends: Every Other Weekend

Certification Required: BLS

Unit Information

Location: City, State

Building: Main Floor, 5 North

Number of Beds: 30

Patient Ratios: 1:6

Team Composition

Staffing Levels:

Day Shift: 1 Charge Nurse, 5 RNs, 3 CNAs, and Sitters as Needed

Night Shift: 1 Charge Nurse, 5 RNs, 2 CNAs, and Sitters as Needed

Required Skill Set

Must Have:

BCLS Certification

Critical Thinking Skills

Preferred or Nice to Have:

ACLS Certification

IV Skills

Experience in Orthopedic and Kidney Transplant Care

Central Line and Foley Management

Experience in Cardiac, Renal Transplant, Dialysis, Pulmonary, GI, and Diabetes Care

Procedures Performed on the Unit

Breathing Treatments (by Respiratory Therapist)

Chronic Wound Care

Ideal Candidate Profile

The best candidates will demonstrate:

Adaptability to a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment

Cultural competence for diverse patient care

Strong teamwork and collaboration skills

Dress Code

RN Scrub Color: Royal Blue

PCT Scrub Color: Green

Not Acceptable Attire: Any clothing that does not conform to unit policies

Awards and Recognition

Daisy Award Recipient

I-CARE Employee of the Month/Year

Additional Information

This unit offers a friendly and supportive team environment, featuring several tenured licensed nurses with 12 to 24 years of experience. We pride ourselves on being a collaborative and helpful team, making it an excellent place to work.

If you are looking to enhance your nursing career in a rewarding and dynamic setting, we encourage you to apply.