LPN (Surgical)  (Full Time)
Location: Medical Center - 600 Medical Center Drive, Newton, KS, 67114
Category: SURG UNIT

Do you love providing compassionate care to those who suffer from illnesses or injuries? NMC Health is in need of aLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN)for ourSurgical Step-Down Unit. In this role, you will provide excellent nursing care to patients which includes monitoring patient and family needs, planning, coordination, teaching, counseling, and direct physical care. Your skills and enthusiasm for detailed and reliable care to help patients progress toward outcomes will be used daily and are an essential aspect of care provision. You will have an opportunity to assist others in providing delegated aspects of care and function as a member of the interdisciplinary team.

We're looking for a highly professionalLPNwho is comfortable reassuring families and communicating with NMC's healthcare team as well as tending to the needs of his or her patients. We offer a positive, upbeat work environment where all medical personnel work together for the good of the patient. We encourage continuously expanding your knowledge and offer multiple opportunities to do so!

This is a full-time Night shift position; three 12-hourshifts (7p-7a) a week on Surgical Step-Down Unit.

NMC Health offers competitive base pay with Med/Surg LPN shift differentials up to 55% on the weekends.

Pay Range: $17.34 to $24.48

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and experience:

• Graduation from high school or GED
• Graduation from accredited school of Practical Nursing

• Experience with and knowledge of medical terminology and medications
• Experience with and knowledge of medical office procedures, including draw/administration of injections
• Knowledge of grammar, spelling and punctuation

Licensure and certifications:

• Current license as a practical nurse in the state of Kansas
• Basic Life Support is required
• Preferred: IV Therapy Certification from State of Kansas Board of Nursing.
• Additional certifications my be required depending on department/unit assigned.

Join our Team!NMC Health offers a family friendly environment with the latest technology and a knowledgeable staff. Here you'll find all departments work together as a team to live out our core values: respect, excellence, service, transparency, and trust.