Manage the care of adult and geriatric patients experiencing general medical conditions or post-operative recovery in a transitional care unit. Responsibilities include administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and providing education to patients and their families for a successful transition home.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be graduates of an accredited practical nursing program and hold a BLS certification. LPNs must have an active Missouri license and IV certification, while GPNs must pass the NCLEX-PN within 90 days of graduation.
Shift: Day Shift (United States of America) CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics.
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Job Description
Overview of Unit/Department Want to be a member of an interdisciplinary team that is patient focused? Working daily with all types of adult patients from cardiac to trauma to ortho and neuro. We focus on the patient returning home at their maximum level of abilities. As a nurse you have frequent interactions with the patient and family providing immediate care and education for a successful transition home.
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About the Position for Qualified Candidates
Career Ladder Bonus eligible up to $4,000 Graduate Practical Nurse Job Summary The Medical-Surgical nurse is responsible for managing the care of the adult or geriatric patient experiencing general medical conditions or general surgical procedures. The nurse must be able to assess patient condition, administer medications, change dressings, monitor vital signs, keep records and provide patients and families with support and education. The Medical-Surgical nurse maintains a wide array of medical care knowledge in order to care for a diverse group of patients. Job Requirements Education
Required: Graduate of an approved practical nursing program Experience
Previous nursing experience preferred Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrate effective knowledge of scope of practice
Exhibits valuable time management skills
Strong critical thinking/problem solving skills
Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment Licensure/Certification/Registration
Must take and pass NCLEX-PN within 90 days of practical nursing school graduation
BLS must be obtained within 90 days Licensed Practical Nurse Job Summary The Licensed Practical Nurse working in the Transitional Care Unit is responsible to provide direct care of the adult/geriatric patient experiencing prolonged general medical or post-operative recovery. The LPN provides care based on the patients’ needs, which includes medication administration, dressing changes, monitoring of vital signs and skin integrity, documentation in the medical record, and providing patients and families with support and education. Job Requirements Education
Required: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program Experience
Demonstrates effective knowledge of scope of practice
Exhibits valuable time management skills
Strong critical thinking/problem solving skills
Flexibility and ability to work in a multi-tasking environment Licensure/Certification/Registration:
Required: LPN license and IV Certification active in the state of Missouri Looking for Physician Opportunities? Please follow this link. Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? At CoxHealth, we don’t just provide medical services; we've created an atmosphere where innovation, collaboration, values, and excellence come together to transform lives. Whether you desire to work in a clinical or non-clinical capacity, CoxHealth has the perfect position for you! CoxHealth is the region’s employer of choice because we keep our mission, vision, and values in mind with every decision for our employees and our patients. OUR MISSION To improve the health of the communities we serve. OUR VISION To be the best for those who need us. OUR VALUES Safety, compassion, respect, and integrity. Join our Talent Network and our recruitment team will get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match. CoxHealth is the area leader in health care and community involvement, with six hospitals, more than 80 clinics, five ERs and more than 14,000 employees throughout southwest Missouri. We offer a wide range of treatments and services to help with whatever health needs you might have. Whether you're about to become a parent, have an illness or need medical information, we’re here for you. And if your goal is to live a healthy, balanced life with the best tools available, we can help with that, too. We know that your health and the health of your loved ones are some of the most personal, important parts of your life. That's why we keep our Mission, Vision and Values at the center of everything we do, every day. Thank you for choosing CoxHealth.
