LPN Job Listing at MedStar Medical Group in Clinton, MD (Job ID req36646)

Description

General Summary of Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a key member of the interdisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered acute nursing care to individuals with a variety of medical issues or who are preparing for or recovering from surgery. The LPN as a collaborative team member in partnership with and under the supervision of the registered nurse.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications
Education

• Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing required

Experience

• Must be quantifiable (i.e. minimum of one (1) year experience within a Rehabilitation or acute setting).
• New graduates considered based on student clinical experiences.

Licenses and Certifications

• LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure in the State of Maryland required
• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required
• Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• The ideal candidate will have sound judgment skills with reference to Nursing ethical guidelines and patient care.
• The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) must be compassionate towards patients and family members, have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, have excellent communication skills and the ability to work in a team of various medical professionals.

This position has a hiring range of $23.33 - $37.82