LPN: OBSERVATION - PRN

MU Health Care
dental insurance, paid time off
United States, Missouri, Columbia
1 Hospital Drive (Show on map)
Oct 29, 2024
Shift:PRN - Minimum of 4 hours per week or combination of 8 hours in 2 weeks Department: Inpatient Observation Unit Compensation: $23.70 per hour ABOUT THE JOB The Licensed Practical Nurse, Inpatient will provide professional nursing care to the physically and mentally ill. Work in partnership with a primary RN on a designated unit and shift to provide appropriate LPN care in the inpatient setting, including those that are acutely ill or have had major surgery. ABOUT MU HEALTHCARE MU Health Care is a growing academic health system in mid-Missouri comprised of multiple hospitals - including the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center and region's only Children's Hospital - and over 50 specialty clinics located throughout the region. As an MU Health Care employee, you'll be part of an exceptional team committed to our mission of saving and improving lives. Our core values of inclusion, respect, service, discovery, responsibility and excellence foster a collaborative work environment where you can grow your career. Learn more about MU Health Care. Learn more about living in mid-Missouri. EMPLOYEE BENEFITS Health, vision and dental insurance coverage starting day one. Generous paid leave and paid time off, including nine holidays. Multiple retirement options, including 100% matching up to 8% and full vesting in three years. Tuition assistance for employees (75%) and immediate family members (50%). Discounts on cell phone plans, rental cars, gyms, hotels and more. See a comprehensive list of benefitshere. DETAILED JOB DESCRIPTION Interview patients to record their medical history. Measure and record patient vital signs, such as height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration. Prepare patients for examinations, tests, or treatments and explain procedures. Observe, chart, monitor, and report changes in patient conditions including reactions to medications and treatments. Verify that patient charts are updated promptly and accurately. Under the direction and plan of an RN, manage patient care according to patient needs. Provide quality care to patients and work with the multi-disciplinary team to ensure the highest patient satisfaction. Follow all safety, security, and infection control, policies and procedures. Perform all tasks to ensure the safety of self, patient, and co-workers. Maintain the standards of nursing care and departmental criteria to ensure they are aligned with the MU Health Care Mission and Goals. Participate in meetings, in-services, and quality and performance improvement groups. Perform patient care duties and procedures following department policy, established protocol and standard of care, or directed by primary RN or Charge Nurse. May complete unit/department-specific duties as outlined in department documents. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Missouri Board of Nursing LPN or Nurse Licensure Compact multi-state LPN. When primary state of residency changes, compact state LPNs must apply under new state of residency within thirty (30) days. LPN IV Therapy board certification PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Additional license/certification requirements as determined by the hiring department. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met with or without reasonable accommodation. The performance of these physical demands is an essential function of the job. This position is very active and requires ambulating, reaching, and moving objects weighing up to and over 20 lbs. This role also routinely comes into contact with patients who may have contagious illnesses. This position is in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and work during inclement weather will be required. Equal Opportunity Employer The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.