LPN Observation Unit

Shift:

This 26-bed med-surg unit provides care to patients who require evaluation and treatment for eight to 48 hours. Conditions that may require observation include chest pain, asthma, abdominal pain, kidney stones and minor infections. Surgical patients who require an overnight stay are cared for on the Observation Unit, including patients who have had an appendectomy, cholecystectomy or urological and gynecological procedures. IV antibiotics, fluids, insulin drips, nitroglycerin for blood pressure, TP and lipids are often administered on this unit. The Observation Unit has a well-rounded staff with the knowledge and experience to care for patients who require care and coordination from an array of specialties. This is an excellent role for someone who likes a fast-paced environment and wants to keep their skills sharp. Your day-to-day nursing tasks will vary with the tailored needs of your patients

Shift: Full Time - Nights (7 pm - 7 am) also required to work 1 weekend per month and rotating holiday's

Why Nebraska Medicine:

Our shared values reflect who we are and why we're here and include, Innovation, Teamwork, Excellence, Accountability, Courage and Healing.

• Competitive Benefits including retirement match contribution, PTO accrual, tuition reimbursement

• Lead the world in transforming lives to create a healthy future for all individuals and communities through premier educational programs, innovative research and extraordinary patient care

• Forbes Magazine recognizes us in their list of America's top employers and the best employer in Nebraska

Provide nursing care and identified clinical support tasks within the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) scope of practice for achievement of the patient's plan of care in conjunction with the registered nurse and/or medical staff.

Required Qualifications:

* Graduate from an accredited school/college of nursing required.
* Demonstrate effective communication skills required.
* Ability to demonstrate initiative, teamwork and flexibility required.
* Currently licensed as a practical nurse in the state of Nebraska or current compact state license required.
* Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later).

* Completion of IV therapy 8- hour didactic course if graduated prior to May 1, 2016 from a LPN program in the state of Nebraska OR hold a license from a compact state and present proof of program curriculum that includes IV therapy or completion of IV therapy 8- hour didactic course required

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience in a physician's office preferred. Experience in setting related to clinic setting preferred.
* Proficiency in secondary language preferred.
* Participate in performance improvement activities preferred.