Job Description LPN-ACUTE
- Sign On Bonus Potential: 10,000
- Baltimore, MD
- LEVINDALE HOSPITAL
- BRAIN HEALTH UNIT
- Full-time w/Weekend Commitment - Night shift - 7:00pm-7:30am
- Staff Nurse
- 83019
- Posted: July 10, 2024
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Summary
LPN s up to $10,000.00 Sign on Bonus + Competitive pay!
At Levindale, we are passionate about providing the best medical and emotional care for our residents and patients.
Levindale is a 330- licensed -bed facility located in Baltimore that offers a full continuum of post-acute services to help patients regain function and vitality after a life-altering illness or injury. Levindale is accredited by the Joint Commission and Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities.
ALL TEAM MEMBERS ENJOY!
Competitive Pay, PTO, 403(b) + Employer Match
Tuition Assistance
Free Parking
Comprehensive Medical/Dental/Vision EAP
Health & Wellness Programs, including discounted gym membership
24/7 Mental Health Resources Employee Discounts and more!
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse/Director of Nursing, the Licensed Practical Nurse utilizes a general understanding of the principles of nursing and basic physical assessment skills in the development of and implementation of individualized nursing care plans to ensure that the needs of the residents are met. Attends to the daily operations of the unit on a per shift, unit level, and assumes responsibilities of a leadership role as needed.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Formal working knowledge; equivalent to an Associate's degree (2 years college); requires knowledge of a specialized field; Less than one year experience; Graduate of accredited school of nursing (diploma).
- License for Practical Nursing and AHA BLS CPR Certification.
- Basic computer skills; Synquest; IV Pump; Phillips Monitoring System; Accucheck; EKG Machine, Specialty Bed Operation.
About the Unit:
UNIT SUMMARY: The Brain Health Unit is comprised of two 40-bed units. Staff members in the BHU are good communicators and are able to set boundaries, hold confidences, and establish and maintain trust. Patients in the BHU are admitted with medical and psych diagnoses. The length of their stay is 23 days, which provides an opportunity for clinical staff to analyze a patient's behavior and cultivate a relationship that may help a patient see him- or herself in a better way. During their stay, patients will receive help with medication management and rehabilitation services if needed. Staff members will also assist in engaging patients in group activities and one-on-one exercises.
Additional Information
As one of the largest health care providers in Maryland, with 13,000 team members, We strive to
CARE BRAVELY for over 1 million patients annually. LifeBridge Health includes Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Northwest Hospital, Carroll Hospital, Levindale Hebrew Geriatric Center and Hospital and Grace Medical Center, as well as our Community Physician Enterprise, Center for Hope, Practice Dynamics, and business partners: LifeBridge Health & Fitness, ExpressCare and HomeCare of Maryland. Share: Apply Now
