LPN - License Practical Nurse

Beacon Health System

Kalamazoo, MI

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Basic Life Support (BLS), Disease Treatment, Laboratory Testing, Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse, Medication Administration, Medications, Nursing Credentials, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Education, Registered Nurse (RN), Testing, Treatment Plan
LOCATION
Kalamazoo, MI
POSTED
30+ days ago

Part-time. 24 hours a week. Night shift. 7pm - 7:30 am. Weekends and holidays per unit rotation.

Provides care to patients under the direction of a registered nurse or physician functioning within the scope of their license.

Responsibilities:

• Contributes to the assessment of patients and assures the well-being of patients. • Administers medications and observes patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments. • Performs laboratory tests and therapeutic services. • Educates patients and families about the disease treatment plan, including self-care post-discharge, holistic health needs, available resources, and follow-up care.

Licensure, Certification, and Registration

Required Credentials:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 month of hire date or job transfer date. • American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Credentials:

• Credentialed from the Michigan Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education and Experience

• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required.

Note: Required professional licensure, certification, can be used in lieu of education or experience if applicable.

About the Company

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Beacon Health System