(LPN) Licensed Practice Nurse - 2W, Cardiac Stepdown Intermediate Care

Company: Ascension Health
Location: Southfield
Posted on: August 5, 2022

Job Description:

We Are Hiring: (LPN) Licensed Practice Nurse - 2W, Cardiac Stepdown Intermediate Care -Ascension Providence, Southfield CampusPRNDaysSchedule:PRN, 'as needed basis', 12 hour Day shift, 7a-730pmThis is not a benefit eligible positionUnit Description:2W is a 27 bed high paced Cardiac/Medical Stepdown unit. - This unit allows the nurse to care for a variety of patient types with many opportunities for growth and development. The unit has a strong focus on providing high quality patient care along with -a strong shared governance model that welcomes staff input for decisions that affect their practice. The leadership team promotes open, honest communication and feedback to ensure the needs of the caregiver and patient are met.Ascension Providence Hospital - Southfield is a full-service hospital with 24/7 emergency care, a Level II Trauma Center, and a Primary Stroke Center. We deliver advanced surgical care for serious and life-threatening injuries and illnesses.Ascension Providence Hospital - Southfield is a destination for specialty care.What We Offer You:Competitive wagesProfessional developmentWellbeing programs and holistic growth opportunitiesCOME JOIN US!!! What You Will Do: Provide care to patients under the direction of a registered nurse or physician, functioning within scope of license.

• Contribute to the assessment of patients and assure the well-being of patients.
• Administer medications and observe patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
• Perform laboratory tests and therapeutic services.
• Educate patients/families about disease treatment plan including self care post discharge, holistic health needs, available resources and follow up care. What You Will Need: Licensure / Certification / Registration:
  • BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. American Red Cross (ARC) CPR for Professional Rescuers card will be accepted upon hire but renewal must be a BLS Provider card from AHA.
  • Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the Michigan Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.Education:
    • High school diploma or GED required. Additional Preferences: No additional preferences. Why Join Our Team: Ascension Michigan employs over 20,000 compassionate caregivers across 16 hospitals and hundreds of related healthcare facilities. Our care teams are dedicated to providing spiritually centered, holistic care which sustains and improves the health of the communities we serve. We provide generous paid time off for work-life balance, a collaborative work environment, professional development opportunities and more to help our associates flourish personally and professionally. If you are looking for a rewarding career in healthcare, we invite you to apply today.When you join Ascension, you join a team of over 150,000 individuals across the country committed to a Mission of serving others and providing compassionate, personalized care to all. Our inclusive culture, continuing education programs, career coaches and benefit offerings are just a few of the resources and tools that team members can use to create a rewarding career path. In fact, Ascension spent nearly $46 million in tuition assistance alone to support associate growth and development. If you are looking for a career where you can grow and make a difference in your community, we invite you to join our team today. Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: Ascension SE Michigan is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer. Associates and Applicants receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.Pay Non-Discrimination Notice: fFor further information regarding your EEO rights, click on the following link to the "EEO is the Law" poster:ftPlease note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants. E-Verify Statement: This employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click the E-Verify link below for more information.

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