LPN General Surgery Grand Rapids

Spectrum Health   Grand Rapids, MI   Full-time
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Job Description

Job Summary

Under the direction of the RN / Mid-level Provider / Physician and in collaboration with other members of the health care team, contributes to the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.

Spectrum Health Medical Group General Surgery located on Blodgett Hospital's campus at 1900 Wealthy St SE, Suite 180 specializes in the following:

Advance Laparoscopy

Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery
Bariatric Surgery
Burn Care
Emergency General Surgery
Endocrine Surgery
Foregut Surgery
Gallbladder Surgery
Gastroesophageal reflux (GER)
Hernia Repair and Surgery
Laparoscopic Surgery
Parathyroid Surgery
Surgery
Surgery of the Upper Gastro-Intestinal Tract
Thyroid Surgery

Essential Functions

  • Collects and monitors assessment data and reports physiological, psychological, sociocultural and spiritual needs of patients and families in coordination with and as delineated by the RN/Mid-level Provider/Physician.
  • Provides direct patient care under the direction of the RN/Mid-level Provider/Physician, consistent with policies and procedures, and unit based routines.
  • Informs patients and families about treatments and medications being received, equipment being utilized, and other related activities as appropriate, in coordination with the RN/Mid-level Provider/Physician.
  • Documents care provided via computer/written patient record in a manner consistent with guidelines.
  • Greets and communicates with patients and families in a manner consistent with caring and respect. Communicates and collaborates with other members of the health care team in order to ensure continuity of care and coordination of service.
  • Cleans patient's environment/work area/equipment and communicates any equipment malfunctions to appropriate department/unit personnel.
  • Documents patient chargeable items according to standards.
  • Participates in selected quality monitoring activities under the direction of the RN / Mid-level Provider / Physician. Demonstrates a high standard of moral and ethical behavior. Recognizes appropriate and ethical behaviors and identifies resources for resolution as needed. Advocates for privacy, confidentiality, and security of patient, staff and organization data.

Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Associate's Degree, graduate of an approved nursing program (LPN)
  • Successful completion of competency based orientation program
  • License Practical Nursing (LPN) - State of Michigan required upon hire
  • CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association AHA or American Red Cross ARC - 90 Days
Preferred Qualifications
  • One year minimum of LPN experience, preferably in a surgical setting
  • CRT - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)

    Primary Location

    SITE - Blodgett Professional Office Building - 1900 Wealthy - Grand Rapids

    Department Name

    General Surgery - Grand Rapids

    Employment Type

    Full time

    Shift

    Weekly Scheduled Hours

    40

    Hours of Work

    8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

    Days Worked

    Monday to Friday

    Weekend Frequency

    N/A

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    Spectrum Health

    Grand Rapids, MI