Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Tallgrass General Surgery License Practical Nurse (LPN) in Topeka, Kansas.

You may be eligible for a $5,000.00 Sign On Bonus!

Fulfilling your purpose begins here:

People First, Always. Here’s how we take care of our people:

• Medical, vision, dental health insurance, health savings account / flexible spending, competitive pay, paid time off, 401k retirement plan with company match, employee assistance program and more.

Your team is bigger than your department:

• The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.
• We believe healthcare is a team sport and every player has something to contribute. We show compassion, celebrate differences and treat one another with respect.

Responsibilities

• Licensed Practical Nurses function under the direction of the Nurse Director/Manager and is responsible for coordination of safe patient care delivery for specified and diverse patient populations. 
• The LPN assesses patient/family needs, develops and prioritizes patient goals, evaluates care delivery, and continually revised the plan of care to meet the biological, emotional, psychosocial, spiritual, developmental, and educational needs of the patient/family.
• The LPN Delegates care as appropriate to optimize patient outcomes.
• The LPN adheres to the Kansas Nurse Practice Act.
• Delivers nursing care according to the standards of care defined within the Kansas Nurse Practice Act and the policies and procedures of The University of Kansas Health System, St. Francis Campus. 

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Licensed Practical Nurse degree
• Kansas State Board of Nursing LPN licensure
• Basic Life Support Certification
• Preference will be given to prior experience in comparable health care setting
• Basic computer skills.