LPN Licensed Practical Nurse

Company: Ascension Health
Location: Wichita
Posted on: September 10, 2020

Job Description:

We Are HiringLPN Licensed Practical Nurse - SNF Nursing Unit A - PRN,Rotating - Via Christi McLean - Wichita,KSWhy Join Ascension?Senior Living and Long-Term Care CommunitiesAs a subsidiary of Ascension, Ascension Living is committed to providing services, amenities, opportunities and support, so seniors can enjoy living healthier and happier, at every age and at every stage.We're the second-largest nonprofit system in the U.S. Our living choices include independent living, assisted living, memory care, short-term rehabilitative care and long-term skilled nursing care.More than 10,000 adults live in our 54 senior living communities, which are located in 12 states, and Washington, D.C. Also, more than 5,500 associates are employed by Ascension - professional, compassionate individuals who believe in empowering people to age successfully.Ascension is a faith-based healthcare organization dedicated to transformation through innovation across the continuum of care. As one of the leading non-profit and Catholic health systems in the U.S., Ascension is committed to delivering compassionate, personalized care to all, with special attention to persons living in poverty and those most vulnerable. In FY2019, Ascension provided $2 billion in care of persons living in poverty and other community benefit programs.Ascension includes more than 150,000 associates and 40,000 aligned providers. The national health system operates more than 2,600 sites of care - including 150 hospitals and more than 50 senior living facilities - in 20 states and the District of Columbia, while providing a variety of services including clinical and network services, venture capital investing, investment management, biomedical engineering, facilities management, risk management, and contracting through Ascension's own group purchasing organization.What You Will DoAs an Associate with Ascension Living, you will have the opportunity to provide basic bedside care to long term care patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN) or physician, functioning within scope of license.Responsibilities:* Contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by a Registered Nurse (RN).* Administers medications and observes patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.* Performs routine laboratory tests and simple therapeutic services.* Educates patients/families about disease treatment plan including self-care post discharge, holistic health needs, available resources and follow up care. Assures resident safety by identifying safety hazards and emergency situations and initiates corrective action as appropriate.What You Will NeedLicenses/Certifications/Registration:* Required Credential(s):* BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date.* Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.Education:* Diploma* High school diploma or GED requiredWork Experience:* None required.Equal Employment OpportunityAscension is an EEO/AA employer: M/F/Disabled/Vet. For further information regarding your EEO rights, click on the following link to the "EEO is the Law" poster:http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf"Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.E-Verify StatementThis employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click the E-Verify links below for more information.eVerifyRight to Work

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