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Position: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Med Surg Unit – Trinity Oakland Hospital – $4,000 Sign On Bonus
Employment Type:
Full time
Shift: Rotating Shift
Description:
We are looking for full-time on both day shift (7AM-7:30PM) and night shift (7PM-7:30AM).
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions as a collaborative member of the health care team in partnership with and under the general supervision of the Registered Nurse (RN)/Physician utilizing principles of Relationship-Based Care through the effective implementation of specific aspects of the nursing process; performs and coordinates direct patient care for a specific group of patients.
The LPN may not delegate tasks to or supervise other licensed th professionals. The LPN actively supports the activities of the unit-based shared governance council and promotes organizational commitment and excellence in the patient care experience.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE
Education:
- Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, one year of specialized nursing education and proof of successful completion of pharmacology course.
Certification/Licensure:
- Requires current and active license to practice as LPN in State of Michigan.
- Must have current or obtain during orientation and maintain Basic Life Support Certification (BLS).
REQUIRED
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Ability to apply nursing techniques within defined responsibilities to meet patient and family needs.
- Awareness of the Scope of Practice of Health Professionals in the state of Michigan, the role of LPN and relationship to RN Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with patients, families and coworkers.
- Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail for over 90% of work time.
- Ability to walk and stand for up to 90% of work time.
- Ability to lift, turn, and position patients frequently.
OTHER FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs other duties as assigned.
BENEFITS AVAILABLE TO YOU AS A COLLEAGUE OF SJMHS
- Competitive compensation
- Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability – EFFECTIVE DAY 1 of Employment!!!
- Nurse Residency Program for all new nurses! for more details
- Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
- Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free parking in proximity to your workplace.
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ABOUT ST. JOSEPH MERCY OAKLAND / TRINITY HEALTH
St. Joseph Mercy Oakland is a497-bed community teaching hospital, level II trauma center and longtime leader in health care in Oakland County. St. Joe’s provides comprehensive care including cardiovascular, stroke, orthopedics, obstetrics, gynecology and cancer care. The hospital has been a leading provider of the most advanced medical care for more than 90 years. As part of Saint Joseph Mercy Health System, we have received numerous local and national awards in recognition of our leadership, quality outcomes and clinical excellence.
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Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is a family of 115,000 colleagues and nearly 26,000 physicians and clinicians across 25 states. Because we serve diverse populations, our colleagues are trained to recognize the cultural beliefs, values, traditions, language preferences, and health practices of the communities that we serve and to apply that knowledge to produce positive health outcomes. We also recognize that each of us has a different way of thinking and perceiving our world and that these differences often lead to innovative solutions.
Our dedication to diversity includes a unified workforce (through training and education, recruitment, retention, and development), commitment and accountability, communication, community partnerships, and supplier diversity.
