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LPN - Neurology Med Surg at Nebraska Medicine. Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Position Highlights
This 48-bed med-surg unit cares for medical surgical patients and offers advanced neurovascular care to complex patients. Its specialized patient population includes stroke, aneurysms, seizures, spinal fusions, brain and spinal cord tumors and other neurological conditions. Nurses receive extra neurology training and additional certifications, such as NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), and gain experience with complex interventions such as lumbar drains. Nebraska Medicine is the region’s only Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center and has the highest level of accreditation in the area for epilepsy treatment. Shift Details
Full time - Days 7:00am - 7:30pm Responsibilities
Provide nursing care and identified clinical support tasks within the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) scope of practice for achievement of the patient\'s plan of care in conjunction with the registered nurse and/or medical staff. Required Qualifications
Graduate from an accredited school/college of nursing required. Demonstrate effective communication skills required. Ability to demonstrate initiative, teamwork and flexibility required. Currently licensed as a practical nurse in the state of Nebraska or current compact state license required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later). Completion of IV therapy 8-hour didactic course if graduated prior to May 1, 2016 from a LPN program in the state of Nebraska OR hold a license from a compact state and present proof of program curriculum that includes IV therapy or completion of IV therapy 8-hour didactic course required. Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a physician\'s office preferred. Experience in setting related to clinic setting preferred. Proficiency in secondary language preferred. Participate in performance improvement activities preferred. Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status. Seniority level
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LPN - Neurology Med Surg at Nebraska Medicine. Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Position Highlights
This 48-bed med-surg unit cares for medical surgical patients and offers advanced neurovascular care to complex patients. Its specialized patient population includes stroke, aneurysms, seizures, spinal fusions, brain and spinal cord tumors and other neurological conditions. Nurses receive extra neurology training and additional certifications, such as NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS), and gain experience with complex interventions such as lumbar drains. Nebraska Medicine is the region’s only Joint Commission Comprehensive Stroke Center and has the highest level of accreditation in the area for epilepsy treatment. Shift Details
Full time - Days 7:00am - 7:30pm Responsibilities
Provide nursing care and identified clinical support tasks within the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) scope of practice for achievement of the patient\'s plan of care in conjunction with the registered nurse and/or medical staff. Required Qualifications
Graduate from an accredited school/college of nursing required. Demonstrate effective communication skills required. Ability to demonstrate initiative, teamwork and flexibility required. Currently licensed as a practical nurse in the state of Nebraska or current compact state license required. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required, must be from an American Heart Association (AHA) endorsed program (effective for new hires starting January 1, 2023 or later). Completion of IV therapy 8-hour didactic course if graduated prior to May 1, 2016 from a LPN program in the state of Nebraska OR hold a license from a compact state and present proof of program curriculum that includes IV therapy or completion of IV therapy 8-hour didactic course required. Preferred Qualifications
Experience in a physician\'s office preferred. Experience in setting related to clinic setting preferred. Proficiency in secondary language preferred. Participate in performance improvement activities preferred. Nebraska Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, sex, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity and protected veterans’ status. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Health Care Provider Industries
Hospitals and Health Care Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Nebraska Medicine by 2x Get notified about new Licensed Practical Nurse jobs in
Omaha Metropolitan Area . Related job postings
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