What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse - Cardiology - 36 Hours - Nights position at Henry Ford Health System?
GENERAL SUMMARY:
$5,000 Sign-on Bonus
Full-Time Benefit Eligible
Department: Cardiology - Schedule: 3-12 Hour Shifts from 7:00p.m. - 7:00a.m.; every other weekend and holiday - Hospital: Henry Ford Warren - Location: Warren, MI
Provide care to patients under the direction of a registered nurse or physician, functioning within scope of license. - Contribute to the assessment of patients and assure the well-being of patients. - Administer medications and observe patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments. - Perform laboratory tests and therapeutic services. - Educate patients/families about disease treatment plan including self care post discharge, holistic health needs, available resources and follow up care.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Licensure / Certification / Registration: - BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
- American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the Michigan Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
- Education: - 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health System is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.