LPN- Atrium Health Cleveland 3E PCU PT Day
Company: Atrium Health
Location: Shelby
Posted on: April 16, 2024
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Job Description:
Overview This position is eligible for a relocation bonus if
current residency is outside of the designated distance to
facility. In addition to the relocation bonus, new teammates at
Atrium Health are eligible for robust benefits packages and paid
time off. Atrium Health Cleveland in Shelby is a 241-bed hospital
serving greater Cleveland County, NC, and the surrounding region.
We were the first Level III trauma center in NC, offering advanced
emergency care.We strive every day to bring advanced care to the
community. We also believe in serving the community outside our
hospital walls, as evidenced by our commitment to health education,
and through our contributions to organizations such as United Way
and Relay for Life.Atrium Cleveland Progressive Care Units consists
of 64 beds (32 per unit) serving cardiac, medical and surgical
patients. Our unit is fast-paced and requires strong critical
thinking abilities, organization and prioritization, as well as
thorough assessment skills. The PCU nurse partners with our
cardiologists/ hospitalist team and other disciplines to manage
titratable cardiac drips, bipap, post-op, post ICU patients. We see
a variety of diagnosis with our top 3 DRG's being Dysrhythmias,
Chest Pain and CHF. All patients wear telemetry monitors which are
monitored through our telemetry station 24/7. Our team encourages
professional development through participation in shared
governance, continuing education and professional certification.
The ideal candidate for our team is resourceful, flexible and a
team player.Job SummaryPerforms nursing care and assists with
planning and implementing care for the comfort and well being of
the patient under the direct supervision of a registered nurse.
Assists in maintaining a safe working environment, performs all
related job responsibilities in a safe manner and maintains
clinical and professional competency as appropriate to the ages,
developmental stages, and special needs of the patients
served.Essential Functions
Physical RequirementsWork requires walking, standing, sitting,
lifting, reaching, bending, pushing, and pulling. Must be able to
lift and support the weight of 35 pounds when handling patients,
medical equipment and supplies. Understands and speaks fluent
English. Must have intact sense of sight, hearing, smell, and
touch, finger dexterity, critical thinking and ability to
concentrate. Must be able to respond quickly to changes in the
patient and unit conditions. Based on the physical requirements for
this position all applicants for this position are required to
undergo a physical ability test as a condition of
employment.Education, Experience and CertificationsGraduation from
an accredited school of practical nursing required. Current LPN
licensure or temporary license as a licensed practical nurse
petitioner required. BLS required per policy guidelines.
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