Licensed Practical Nurse (ED)

Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC)

United States, Maryland, Baltimore

6701 North Charles Street (Show on map)

April 25, 2024

Emergency Department - Nursing

Full Time

Evening 12 Hour Shifts (11 am - 11:30 pm)

Req# 42594

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY:

Under direct supervision of the registered nurse the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Emergency setting will be responsible for supporting patient outcomes alongside other care team members. The LPN in the Emergency setting enhances the care team and supports with the delivery of care. The LPN is responsible in supporting with accurate and timely data collection for required information pertinent to the patient population. The LPN under the direct supervision of the Registered nurse, can support in ongoing monitoring/assessment of the patient in the Emergency setting.

Education	Associates degree preferred, or knowledge of nursing theory and practice acquired through an accredited school of nursing
Experience	One-year acute care experience preferred, or related field
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities	Interpersonal skills, communication (verbal and written) are required in order to instruct and comfort patients and their families and maintain effective contacts with a variety of hospital personnel and maintain appropriate/adequate documentation. Ability to perform and plan professional nursing care resolving complex patient care problems and dealing with patients and their families often during stressful situations. Ability to prioritize effectively Effective time management skills
Licensures, Certifications	Current registration with the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Healthcare Provider (CPR Certification) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - preferred, or obtained within 9 months of hire date Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - must obtain within 1 year of hire date
Physical Requirements	Ability to stand and walk almost constantly (up to 90% of work time) and occasionally (up to 50% of work time) lifting and positioning patients.
Working Conditions	Normal patient care environment with exposure to excessive noise, dust, and temperature. Possibly exposed to adverse working conditions due to performance of patient care activities and exposure to communicable diseases.
Conditions of Employment	Maintain current licensure and CPR, ACLS, and PALS

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.