Licensed Practical Nurse Emergency Department Job Listing at MedStar Medical Group in Baltimore, MD (Job ID req43917)

Description

General Summary of Position

This is for a full time night shift Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) position in the Emergency Department.

Unit Highlights

Welcome to MedStar Franklin Square, a Magnet designated hospital. MedStar Franklin Square Emergency Department is a 62 bed department, with 18 flex beds, and a 9  bed Stroke Response Unit. MedStar Franklin Square is also a STEMI receiving and A Comprehensive Stroke Center. The Emergency Department see's approximately 70,000 patients a year and serves a diverse patient population. 1-year acute care experience preferred. Must have graduated from an accredited nursing program and have a Maryland or compact state nursing license. Prior Emergency Department experience strongly preferred.

Key Responsibilities

 
As a Clinical Nurse you will deliver proficient nursing care to patients and families whose needs range from uncomplicated to highly complex. You will identify current and potential complex problems of specific patient populations and critically analyzes trends and changes in patient status and plans appropriate interventions directly or indirectly through other nurses.

What We Offer

-Culture- Collaborative, inclusive, diverse, and supportive work environment.

-Career growth- Career mentoring to help you pursue your passions and gain skills to enhance your value.

-Wellbeing- Competitive salary and Total Rewards benefits to help keep you happy and healthy.

-Reputation- Regional & National recognition, advanced technology, and leading medical innovations.

Qualifications:

-Graduated from an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse program

-Prior Clinical Nursing Experience preferred.

-Active MD LPN License or Active Compact State LPN and Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers required.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Minimum Qualifications
Education

• Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing required

Experience

• 1-2 years Must be quantifiable (i.e. minimum of one (1) year experience within a Rehabilitation or acute setting). required
• New graduates considered based on student clinical experiences.

Licenses and Certifications

• LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure Valid LPN license in the State of Maryland Upon Hire required and
• 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 and
• 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