What are the responsibilities and job description for the Telemetry LPN position at St. Joseph Medical Center?
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7500
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Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.
Overview
Employment Type: Full-time
Shifts Available: Day Shift
Hours: 12-hour shifts- 7:00 am to 7:00 pm
Location: St. Joseph Medical Center-Kansas City, MO
We are seeking a Telemetry LPN , sometimes referred to as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Practical Nurse . As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) you will assist with patients who require continuous monitoring of their heart activity and vital signs. The Tele LPN will provid e basic nursing care while supporting the specialized needs of telemetry patients . Working alongside RNs, physicians, and other healthcare team members to provide patient care in our hospital's Telemetry unit , LPNs focus on assisting with patient care and ensuring comfort and safety.
Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):
Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:
Full Time
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Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
7500
Bonus Information
Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.
Overview
Employment Type: Full-time
Shifts Available: Day Shift
Hours: 12-hour shifts- 7:00 am to 7:00 pm
Location: St. Joseph Medical Center-Kansas City, MO
We are seeking a Telemetry LPN , sometimes referred to as a Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) or Licensed Practical Nurse . As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) you will assist with patients who require continuous monitoring of their heart activity and vital signs. The Tele LPN will provid e basic nursing care while supporting the specialized needs of telemetry patients . Working alongside RNs, physicians, and other healthcare team members to provide patient care in our hospital's Telemetry unit , LPNs focus on assisting with patient care and ensuring comfort and safety.
Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options
- Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
- Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
- Employer 401K options
- Tuition reimbursement options
- Life, disability, and other insurance options
- Many other amazing benefits
Responsibilities
Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):
- Monitor patients using telemetry equipment that tracks heart rhythms and other vital signs, you will assist in identifying irregularities or signs of distress
- Notify the proper staff about significant changes in a patient’s telemetry readings or condition
- Measure and record blood pressure, heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and oxygen saturation
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, including telemetry data and observations
- Help our telemetry patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, dressing, and eating
- Explain procedures and telemetry monitoring to patients and their families to alleviate concerns
- Work under the supervision of RNs and report directly to them regarding patient care issues
Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:
- Current and valid state license
- Current BLS certificate upon hire and maintain current
- IV certification upon hire (state specific)
Full Time
Shift
Days
Equal Employment Opportunity
Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf