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Monroe, NC, United States
Job ID: 136374
Job Family: Patient Care Support
Status: Part Time
Shift: Variable
Detailed Shift and Schedule: PRN LPN; variable weekend, nights, days, holidays
Job Type: Regular
Department Name: 11081005630320-Nursing - Medical
Overview
3MN Cardiac Telemetry is a 29-bed, fast paced cardiac unit with a focus on acute care adults suffering from cardiovascular insufficiencies and strokes. Teamwork, collaboration, critical thinking, educating, and compassion are key drivers to the success of the Union Cardiac Telemetry Unit as we strive to create an atmosphere of belonging and togetherness for our community, our hospital, our patients, and our peers.
Job Summary
Performs nursing care and assists with planning and implementing care for the comfort and well being of the patient under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. Assists in maintaining a safe working environment, performs all related job responsibilities in a safe manner and maintains clinical and professional competency as appropriate to the ages, developmental stages, and special needs of the patients served.
Essential Functions
Physical Requirements
Work requires walking, standing, sitting, lifting, reaching, bending, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to lift and support the weight of 35 pounds when handling patients, medical equipment and supplies. Understands and speaks fluent English. Must have intact sense of sight, hearing, smell, and touch, finger dexterity, critical thinking and ability to concentrate. Must be able to respond quickly to changes in the patient and unit conditions. Based on the physical requirements for this position all applicants for this position are required to undergo a physical ability test as a condition of employment.
Education, Experience and Certifications
Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing required. Current LPN licensure or temporary license as a licensed practical nurse petitioner required. BLS required per policy guidelines.