LPN Licensed Practical Nurse - Observation Telemetry

Details Department: Observation TelemetrySchedule: Full time night shift 7 p.m. - 7:30 a.m. with rotating weekends and holidaysHospital: Ascension Via Christi St. FrancisLocation: Wichita, KSVia Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.Benefits Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA optionsFinancial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidaysCareer growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learningEmotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resourcesFamily support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefitsOther benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and moreBenefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.Responsibilities Provide care to patients under the direction of a registered nurse or physician, functioning within scope of license.Contribute to the assessment of patients and assure the well-being of patients.Administer medications and observe patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.Perform laboratory tests and therapeutic services.Educate patients/families about disease treatment plan including self care post discharge, holistic health needs, available resources and follow up care.Requirements Licensure / Certification / Registration:BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse credentialed from the Kansas Board of Nursing required.Education:High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.Additional Preferences IV CertifiedWhy Join Our Team Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process, our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.E-Verify Statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.  

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