Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Med Surg in Seaford, Delaware at TidalHealth

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Med Surg LPN Position Summary

The Med Surg LPN works under the supervision of an RN to provide direct patient care. Participates, with the RN, in planning care for a broad spectrum of patients. The Med Surg LPN provides general nursing care to a diverse population of patients affected by cardiopulmonary, neurological, and surgical conditions. Examples of patients include dysrhythmias, COPD, CHF, HHNK, CVA/TIA, acute infectious disease, post-op surgical recovery and complex wound care. The inventory, distribution/delivery of medications may be required.

Med Surg LPN Position Requirements

• Licensed and currently registered to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Must hold a license in the state of permanent residency.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)

Med Surg LPN Work Schedule

• May be assigned to day, evening, or night shifts or a combination per departmental policy.
• Scheduled off at least three holidays per year.
• Required to work weekends per unit need.
• Expected to work overtime on occasion.

Med Surg LPN Benefits

• At TidalHealth, full-time employees working at least 72 hours per pay period, part-time employees working at least 36 hours per pay period and part-time employees working at least 30 hours or more on weekends only are eligible for benefits.
• Benefits include medical, prescription, vision, dental, flexible spending accounts, disability insurance plans, life insurance, paid time off plans, retirement plans, tuition assistance, employee assistance, and access to on-site childcare and a credit union.