Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Patient Rehab

Company: HCA Healthcare
Location: Independence
Posted on: January 23, 2023

Job Description:

Description IntroductionAre you looking for a work environment where diversity and inclusion thrive? Submit your application for our Licensed Practical Nurse LPN In Patient Rehab opening with Centerpoint Medical Center today and find out what it truly means to be a part of the HCA Healthcare team.BenefitsCenterpoint Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
  
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
  
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  
• Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.
  We are seeking a(an) Licensed Practical Nurse LPN In Patient Rehab for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care. Did you get into our industry for these reasons? We are an amazing team that works hard to support each other and are seeking a phenomenal addition like you who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do. We want you to apply!Job Summary and QualificationsThe Licensed Vocational Nurse/Licensed Practical Nurse (LVN/LPN) coordinates and delivers high quality, patient-centered care by performing a variety of delegated basic patient care services. In collaboration with the RN and other members of the care team, the LVN/LPN provides individualized, comprehensive, and compassionate care.About this unit:
  • 16 Bed Unit, Inpatient Rehab Unit
  • 30 to 40 new patients on average per month; Length of stay is 10 to 14 days
  • Variety of patients that meet criteria for medical management including Stroke, Traumatic and Non-Traumatic brain injuries, Ortho patients and more!
  • Close Knit, Team Oriented Unit with High expectations and accountability; Specialized training and education for rehab specific documentation
  • Unit is in Top 10% of all facilities on PEM score (Quality Metrics)!Responsibilities:
    • Collects data and performs focused nursing assessments of the health status of patients.
    • Provides direct, evidence-based nursing care of assigned patients as directed by the physician or RN. Assists with procedures, monitoring, or other functions as directed.
    • Performs lab and procedural tests within the LVN/LPN scope of practice, after demonstrating competency.
    • Inserts and maintains, IVs, after meeting training requirements and demonstrating competency.
    • Administers prescribed medications to patients in accordance with hospital policies and practice guidelines. Monitors patient for therapeutic response. Notifies provider and intervenes as appropriate in the event of an unintended response to medication.
    • Identifies potential nursing problems/changes in patient status, informing appropriate team members.
    • Demonstrates an understanding of and adherence to the principles of patient privacy and security of protected health information.
    • Provides for the smooth processing of patients into and out of the department.
    • Provides accurate and pertinent patient information reports to the RN or CNC and to the oncoming shift to ensure continuity of care.
    • Serves as a resource to department staff, students, volunteers and other departments, and contributes to the teamwork essential to ensuring quality patient-care. Qualifications
      • Graduate of Vocational Nursing School Required
      • 1-year applicable experience preferred
      • Currently licensed as a vocational nurse or practical nurse in the state(s) of practice, in accordance with law and regulation required
      • Basic Life Support (BLS) required
      • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred
        This role requires you to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 based on local, state and /or federal law or regulations (unless a medical or religious exemption is approved).Centerpoint Medical Center is a 285+ bed hospital featuring state-of-the-art equipment and technology. Our hospital offers some of the latest clinical services available to patients. We remain focused on providing compassionate care and top-notch customer service for our patients. We offer many features for visitors, including sleeper chairs in patient rooms, comfortable waiting areas, and wireless internet access. We are a Level II Trauma Center with 24/7 emergency services and an accredited Chest Pain Center. Our Orthopedic Services include Total Joints and Sports Medicine. We are an accredited Cancer Program and Breast Center. We provide Women's Services, a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, and a Stroke Center. Our Outpatient Services include a Surgery Center, Advanced Wound Care Center, Pain Center, Sleep Disorder Center, Imaging, and Rehab. We are part of HCA Midwest Health, a network of hospitals in Kansas City and surrounding areas.
        HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.
        "Across HCA Healthcare's more than 2,000 sites of care, our nurses and colleagues have a positive impact on patients, communities and healthcare.
        Together, we uplift and elevate our purpose to give people a healthier tomorrow."- Jane Englebright, PhD, RN CENP, FAAN
        Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Licensed Practical Nurse LPN In Patient Rehab opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing apply today!We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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