LPN Float, UofL Hospital, Float Pool, 7p-7a
Licensed practical nurse job at UofL Hospital
Primary Location: University Hospital - UMCAddress: 530 South Jackson Street Louisville, KY 40202 Shift: Nights 7P - 7A (United States of America) Summary: The Float Pool provides support to all of our inpatient units including intermediate, cardiac, surgical, and a variety of other service lines. Float pool staffing provides a crucial service for our customers, not only to ensure safe quality patient care, but provides support for our unit colleagues as well. You will be offered opportunities to expand your knowledge and maintain an expansive skill set with a variety of patients throughout the facility that will enable you to become a resource to others.
About Us
UofL Hospital, a 404-bed academic teaching and research hospital, is at the heart of the Louisville Metro area in downtown Louisville. UofL Hospital offers a second-to-none cancer center, world-renowned trauma team and a uniquely streamlined, nationally accredited stroke center-the latest innovations in a history of world-class care. UofL Hospital is the only adult Level I Trauma Center in the region, which includes the only dedicated burn center in Kentucky.
Our Mission
As an academic health care system, we will transform the health of the communities we serve through compassionate, innovative, patient-centered care.
Required Qualifications
*Active Kentucky practical nurse license or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky
*Practical degree in nursing from an accredited college or university
*Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA)
*Minimum of two (2) years of LPN experience in acute care or rehab
Benefits & Perks
*Competitive pay & benefits options
*Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays
*Free tuition to UofL for part- and full-time employees & for child/spouse/domestic partner
*401K with employer match:
The LPN is responsible for providing patient care utilizing the nursing process. The nurse collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team and ancillary staff, to provide effective, safe quality care. The LPN is a key member of a team, which promotes patients' recovery and functional improvement.
Essential Functions:
• Demonstrates knowledge of nursing theory and practice within the scope of practice defined for LPN's by the Kentucky Board of Nursing
o Completes a comprehensive daily assessment on assigned patients as evidenced by daily shift report and documentation in the patient's record
o Prioritizes care based on nursing assessment of patient needs as evidenced by patient's progress toward achievement of established goals
o Reviews and revises patient care plans according to established policy and procedure
o Delivers direct patient care based on physicians' orders and nursing interventions established on patient care plan as evidenced by documentation in the patient's record
o Documents interventions and progress towards patient goals
o Demonstrates knowledge of basic laboratory values by notifying nursing manager and/or physician of any abnormalities within shift of lab data; ensures critical lab results reported within 30 minutes
o Administers and documents prescribed medications (scheduled/PRN) according to schedule and procedure
o Demonstrates initiative in performance of nursing care by securing and implementing physicians' orders and nursing orders without direct instructions of supervisor
o Reviews and ensures implementation of all MD orders each shift
• Assists in implementation of appropriate teaching program for individual patients
o Assists in development, delivery and documentation of education to meet patient and/or family educational goals
o Patient/PCG instructed on self-care, home medications and follow up care/appointments prior to discharge and appropriate documentation completed
• Communicates effectively with other members of the interdisciplinary team
o Reports patient information/status according to guidelines established in policy and procedure to nurse in charge of shift report as indicated by no more than two (2) reported incidents of failure to follow shift guidelines
o Reports patient information/status to immediate supervisor as patient condition changes as indicated by no reported incidents of supervisors not being aware of changes in patient medical status
o Communicates directly with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members regarding changes in patient's condition, inappropriate patient response to nursing interventions, progress toward achievement of short-and long-term goals, and cancellation of therapy, and other data as indicated by action taken to meet changing patient needs and lack of team members' complaints
o Communicates patient information/status for inter-disciplinary chart rounds according to established policy and procedure with no more than two (2) omissions of completing chart round documentation
o Provides positive, supportive communication to patient family and hospital personnel as demonstrated by supervisor's observations and no documented complaints
o Identifies and escalates issues to appropriate person if issue not addressed/addressed in a timely manner
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, including the knowledge and skill required to evaluate the appropriateness of medication therapy in geriatric, adolescents, adults, documented by participation in continuing education programs; LPN's assigned to the pediatric unit will demonstrate skills in caring for pediatric patients of all ages
o Demonstrates knowledge related to the age appropriate medication doses for adolescents, adults and geriatrics; LPN's assigned to the pediatric unit will demonstrate knowledge of medication doses for pediatric patients of all ages and will demonstrate knowledge of how to calculate dose and appropriate dosage forms available to treat pediatric patients
o Identifies drugs requiring dosage adjustments in geriatric patients; Calculates dosage reductions based on kidney function (CrCl) when appropriate
Other Functions
• Completes special projects as assigned according to established time frames
• Maintains patient care areas in a neat and clean manner according to shift assignment and established policy and procedure
• Labels patient supplies according to policy and procedure as evidenced by no omissions of supplies being dated and labeled with patient name and room number
• Ensures that equipment is properly functioning prior to and during patient use as demonstrated by no use of malfunctioning equipment with patient and no omission of completing maintenance requests
• Follows universal precautions for all patients as evidenced by compliance at all times to facility infection control policies
• Plans for patient safety, utilizing safety standards as evidenced at all time with safety procedures in the safety manual
• Contributes to performance improvement activities as requested to improve patient outcomes and achieve performance metrics
• Wears name tag and locator badge at all times
• Attends and participates in scheduled shift meetings 80% of the time when on duty and reads and initials all meeting minutes
• Contributes knowledge of current nursing literature and practice by in clinical situations
• Establishes and meets annual individual goals which are developed to achieve individual professional growth
• Demonstrates a commitment to quality in evidenced by successfully completing annual competencies within defined timelines
• Maintains compliance with employee health requirements
• Successfully completes all mandatory modules/in-services annually
• Provides evidence of completion of educational programs to the Education Department
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned
Additional Job Description:
Auto-ApplyLPN, Peace Hospital, 3L, Adolescent Psych, 3p-11p
Licensed practical nurse job at UofL Hospital
Primary Location: Peace - LouisvilleAddress: 2020 Newburg Rd. Louisville, KY 40205 Shift: Second Shift (United States of America) Summary: UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.
With more than 12,000 team members-physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals-UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.:
We are Hiring LPNs at Peace Hospital- Adolescent Psych Unit, 3 Lourdes
Location: 2020 Newburg Road Louisville, KY 40205
Shift: 3p-11p, Fulltime, Monday-Friday
About Us
Peace Hospital, part of UofL Health, is a private, non-profit behavioral health hospital. One of the largest behavioral health facilities in the nation, Peace Hospital is known for providing care for children, adolescents, adults and senior adults, age 55 and older. Our Kosair for Kids Children's Peace Center is the largest and most comprehensive private provider of youth inpatient behavioral health services in the country treating children and adolescents with behavioral health and co-occurring disorders. We have a partial hospitalization program for school-aged children and an inpatient specialty program for children and adolescents who have complex treatment needs, such as intellectual or developmental disabilities accompanied by acute behavioral and psychiatric symptoms. UofL Health is home to over 14,000 team members, 1000+ providers, 200+ practice locations, 9 hospitals, and 4 medical centers.
Our Mission
As an academic health care system, we will transform the health of the communities we serve through compassionate, innovative, patient-centered care.
Position Summary and Purpose
The LPN is responsible for providing patient care utilizing the nursing process. The nurse collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team and ancillary staff, to provide effective, safe quality care. The LPN is a key member of a team, which promotes patients' recovery and functional improvement.
Essential Functions:
• Demonstrates knowledge of nursing theory and practice within the scope of practice defined for LPN's by the Kentucky Board of Nursing
o Completes a comprehensive daily assessment on assigned patients as evidenced by daily shift report and documentation in the patient's record
o Prioritizes care based on nursing assessment of patient needs as evidenced by patient's progress toward achievement of established goals
o Reviews and revises patient care plans according to established policy and procedure
o Delivers direct patient care based on physicians' orders and nursing interventions established on patient care plan as evidenced by documentation in the patient's record
o Documents interventions and progress towards patient goals
o Demonstrates knowledge of basic laboratory values by notifying nursing manager and/or physician of any abnormalities within shift of lab data; ensures critical lab results reported within 30 minutes
o Administers and documents prescribed medications (scheduled/PRN) according to schedule and procedure
o Demonstrates initiative in performance of nursing care by securing and implementing physicians' orders and nursing orders without direct instructions of supervisor
o Reviews and ensures implementation of all MD orders each shift
• Assists in implementation of appropriate teaching program for individual patients
o Assists in development, delivery and documentation of education to meet patient and/or family educational goals
o Patient/PCG instructed on self-care, home medications and follow up care/appointments prior to discharge and appropriate documentation completed
• Communicates effectively with other members of the interdisciplinary team
o Reports patient information/status according to guidelines established in policy and procedure to nurse in charge of shift report as indicated by no more than two (2) reported incidents of failure to follow shift guidelines
o Reports patient information/status to immediate supervisor as patient condition changes as indicated by no reported incidents of supervisors not being aware of changes in patient medical status
o Communicates directly with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members regarding changes in patient's condition, inappropriate patient response to nursing interventions, progress toward achievement of short-and long-term goals, and cancellation of therapy, and other data as indicated by action taken to meet changing patient needs and lack of team members' complaints
o Communicates patient information/status for inter-disciplinary chart rounds according to established policy and procedure with no more than two (2) omissions of completing chart round documentation
o Provides positive, supportive communication to patient family and hospital personnel as demonstrated by supervisor's observations and no documented complaints
o Identifies and escalates issues to appropriate person if issue not addressed/addressed in a timely manner
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, including the knowledge and skill required to evaluate the appropriateness of medication therapy in geriatric, adolescents, adults, documented by participation in continuing education programs; LPN's assigned to the pediatric unit will demonstrate skills in caring for pediatric patients of all ages
o Demonstrates knowledge related to the age appropriate medication doses for adolescents, adults and geriatrics; LPN's assigned to the pediatric unit will demonstrate knowledge of medication doses for pediatric patients of all ages and will demonstrate knowledge of how to calculate dose and appropriate dosage forms available to treat pediatric patients
o Identifies drugs requiring dosage adjustments in geriatric patients; Calculates dosage reductions based on kidney function (CrCl) when appropriate
Shift Requirements:
Shift Length (in hours): 8 to 12 hour shifts
# Shifts/Week: 3-4 Shifts/Week (36-40 hours per week for full-time employee)
Overtime Required: ☐ Infrequently ☒ Sometimes ☐ Often ☐ n/a (exempt position)
Other Functions
• Completes special projects as assigned according to established time frames
• Maintains patient care areas in a neat and clean manner according to shift assignment and established policy and procedure
• Labels patient supplies according to policy and procedure as evidenced by no omissions of supplies being dated and labeled with patient name and room number
• Ensures that equipment is properly functioning prior to and during patient use as demonstrated by no use of malfunctioning equipment with patient and no omission of completing maintenance requests
• Follows universal precautions for all patients as evidenced by compliance at all times to facility infection control policies
• Plans for patient safety, utilizing safety standards as evidenced at all time with safety procedures in the safety manual
• Contributes to performance improvement activities as requested to improve patient outcomes and achieve performance metrics
• Wears name tag and locator badge at all times
• Attends and participates in scheduled shift meetings 80% of the time when on duty and reads and initials all meeting minutes
• Contributes knowledge of current nursing literature and practice by in clinical situations
• Establishes and meets annual individual goals which are developed to achieve individual professional growth
• Demonstrates a commitment to quality in evidenced by successfully completing annual competencies within defined timelines
• Maintains compliance with employee health requirements
• Successfully completes all mandatory modules/in-services annually
• Provides evidence of completion of educational programs to the Education Department
• Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
• Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned
Additional Job Description:
Education:
• Completion of an LPN program at an accredited school of nursing (required)
Experience:
• Prior acute care or rehab experience (preferred)
Licensure:
• Current license to practice as an LPN in the Commonwealth of Kentucky (required)
Certification:
• CPR/BLS required upon Hire (American Heart Association) (required)
Auto-ApplySW/ RN Discharge Planner
Remote
About Us
Cooper University Health Care is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving residents and visitors throughout Cape May County. The system includes Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional; three urgent care facilities; nearly 30 primary care and specialty care offices in multiple locations throughout Cape May County; The Cancer Center at Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional; the Claire C. Brodesser Surgery Center; AMI at Cooper, Miracles Fitness and numerous freestanding outpatient facilities providing wound care, lab, and physical therapy services. We have a commitment to our employees by providing competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part time employees a comprehensive employee benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, retirement, on-site Early Education Center (employee discount), attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development.
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Experience Required
Identify and coordinate patient care needs in anticipation of the next site of care after hospitalization.
Provide guidance for clinical coordination and collaboration among multidisciplinary caregivers.
Complete comprehensive psychosocial assessment and review the clinical needs of patients as they transition to the next level of care.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and the care team to foster a coordinated approach to discharge planning.
Utilize clinical knowledge to participate in treatment plan discussions with clinical teams.
Identify and connect patients to services and resources available to them.
Coordinates appropriate referrals to home care agencies, skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers, and community-based programs.
Coordinates care authorization process with insurers.
Communicate with Utilization Review staff on any denials, issues, or barriers to discharge.
Education Requirements
RN or BSW
License/Certification Requirements
Licensed in the State of NJ
RN or BSW
Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Special Requirements
Prior case management /discharge planning experience preferred
Prior experience with EPCI EMR and AllScripts is preferred.
Working knowledge of federal, state, and local laws that govern health care and case management.
Salary Min ($) USD $55,330.00 Salary Max ($) USD $69,163.00
Auto-ApplyLPN, UofL Hospital, 8E Complex Medical/Trauma, Part-time, 7p-7a
Licensed practical nurse job at UofL Hospital
University Hospital - UMC Address: 530 South Jackson Street Louisville, KY 40202 Shift: Nights 7P - 7A (United States of America) UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.
With more than 12,000 team members-physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals-UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.
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Position Summary and Purpose
The LPN is responsible for providing patient care utilizing the nursing process. The nurse collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team and ancillary staff, to provide effective, safe quality care. The LPN is a key member of a team, which promotes patients' recovery and functional improvement.
Essential Functions:
* Demonstrates knowledge of nursing theory and practice within the scope of practice defined for LPN's by the Kentucky Board of Nursing
o Completes a comprehensive daily assessment on assigned patients as evidenced by daily shift report and documentation in the patient's record
o Prioritizes care based on nursing assessment of patient needs as evidenced by patient's progress toward achievement of established goals
o Reviews and revises patient care plans according to established policy and procedure
o Delivers direct patient care based on physicians' orders and nursing interventions established on patient care plan as evidenced by documentation in the patient's record
o Documents interventions and progress towards patient goals
o Demonstrates knowledge of basic laboratory values by notifying nursing manager and/or physician of any abnormalities within shift of lab data; ensures critical lab results reported within 30 minutes
o Administers and documents prescribed medications (scheduled/PRN) according to schedule and procedure
o Demonstrates initiative in performance of nursing care by securing and implementing physicians' orders and nursing orders without direct instructions of supervisor
o Reviews and ensures implementation of all MD orders each shift
* Assists in implementation of appropriate teaching program for individual patients
o Assists in development, delivery and documentation of education to meet patient and/or family educational goals
o Patient/PCG instructed on self-care, home medications and follow up care/appointments prior to discharge and appropriate documentation completed
* Communicates effectively with other members of the interdisciplinary team
o Reports patient information/status according to guidelines established in policy and procedure to nurse in charge of shift report as indicated by no more than two (2) reported incidents of failure to follow shift guidelines
o Reports patient information/status to immediate supervisor as patient condition changes as indicated by no reported incidents of supervisors not being aware of changes in patient medical status
o Communicates directly with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members regarding changes in patient's condition, inappropriate patient response to nursing interventions, progress toward achievement of short-and long-term goals, and cancellation of therapy, and other data as indicated by action taken to meet changing patient needs and lack of team members' complaints
o Communicates patient information/status for inter-disciplinary chart rounds according to established policy and procedure with no more than two (2) omissions of completing chart round documentation
o Provides positive, supportive communication to patient family and hospital personnel as demonstrated by supervisor's observations and no documented complaints
o Identifies and escalates issues to appropriate person if issue not addressed/addressed in a timely manner
* Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, including the knowledge and skill required to evaluate the appropriateness of medication therapy in geriatric, adolescents, adults, documented by participation in continuing education programs; LPN's assigned to the pediatric unit will demonstrate skills in caring for pediatric patients of all ages
o Demonstrates knowledge related to the age appropriate medication doses for adolescents, adults and geriatrics; LPN's assigned to the pediatric unit will demonstrate knowledge of medication doses for pediatric patients of all ages and will demonstrate knowledge of how to calculate dose and appropriate dosage forms available to treat pediatric patients
o Identifies drugs requiring dosage adjustments in geriatric patients; Calculates dosage reductions based on kidney function (CrCl) when appropriate
Shift Requirements:
Shift Length (in hours): 8 to 12 hour shifts
# Shifts/Week: 3-4 Shifts/Week (36-40 hours per week for full-time employee)
Overtime Required: ☐ Infrequently ☒ Sometimes ☐ Often ☐ n/a (exempt position)
Other Functions
* Completes special projects as assigned according to established time frames
* Maintains patient care areas in a neat and clean manner according to shift assignment and established policy and procedure
* Labels patient supplies according to policy and procedure as evidenced by no omissions of supplies being dated and labeled with patient name and room number
* Ensures that equipment is properly functioning prior to and during patient use as demonstrated by no use of malfunctioning equipment with patient and no omission of completing maintenance requests
* Follows universal precautions for all patients as evidenced by compliance at all times to facility infection control policies
* Plans for patient safety, utilizing safety standards as evidenced at all time with safety procedures in the safety manual
* Contributes to performance improvement activities as requested to improve patient outcomes and achieve performance metrics
* Wears name tag and locator badge at all times
* Attends and participates in scheduled shift meetings 80% of the time when on duty and reads and initials all meeting minutes
* Contributes knowledge of current nursing literature and practice by in clinical situations
* Establishes and meets annual individual goals which are developed to achieve individual professional growth
* Demonstrates a commitment to quality in evidenced by successfully completing annual competencies within defined timelines
* Maintains compliance with employee health requirements
* Successfully completes all mandatory modules/in-services annually
* Provides evidence of completion of educational programs to the Education Department
* Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
* Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
* Performs other duties as assigned
Additional Job Description:
Education:
* Completion of an LPN program at an accredited school of nursing (required)
Experience:
* Prior acute care or rehab experience (preferred)
Licensure:
* Current license to practice as an LPN in the Commonwealth of Kentucky (required)
Certification:
* CPR/BLS required upon Hire (American Heart Association) (required)
Auto-ApplyLPN Float, UofL Hospital, Float Pool, 7p-7a, Weekend
Licensed practical nurse job at UofL Hospital
University Hospital - UMC Address: 530 South Jackson Street Louisville, KY 40202 Shift: Nights 7P - 7A (United States of America) : The Float Pool provides support to all of our inpatient units including intermediate, cardiac, surgical, and a variety of other service lines. Float pool staffing provides a crucial service for our customers, not only to ensure safe quality patient care, but provides support for our unit colleagues as well. You will be offered opportunities to expand your knowledge and maintain an expansive skill set with a variety of patients throughout the facility that will enable you to become a resource to others.
About Us
UofL Hospital, a 404-bed academic teaching and research hospital, is at the heart of the Louisville Metro area in downtown Louisville. UofL Hospital offers a second-to-none cancer center, world-renowned trauma team and a uniquely streamlined, nationally accredited stroke center-the latest innovations in a history of world-class care. UofL Hospital is the only adult Level I Trauma Center in the region, which includes the only dedicated burn center in Kentucky.
Our Mission
As an academic health care system, we will transform the health of the communities we serve through compassionate, innovative, patient-centered care.
Required Qualifications
* Active Kentucky practical nurse license or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky
* Practical degree in nursing from an accredited college or university
* Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA)
* Minimum of two (2) years of LPN experience in acute care or rehab
Benefits & Perks
* Competitive pay & benefits options
* Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays
* Free tuition to UofL for part- and full-time employees & for child/spouse/domestic partner
* 401K with employer match
Additional Job Description:
The LPN is responsible for providing patient care utilizing the nursing process. The nurse collaborates with members of the interdisciplinary team and ancillary staff, to provide effective, safe quality care. The LPN is a key member of a team, which promotes patients' recovery and functional improvement.
Essential Functions:
* Demonstrates knowledge of nursing theory and practice within the scope of practice defined for LPN's by the Kentucky Board of Nursing
o Completes a comprehensive daily assessment on assigned patients as evidenced by daily shift report and documentation in the patient's record
o Prioritizes care based on nursing assessment of patient needs as evidenced by patient's progress toward achievement of established goals
o Reviews and revises patient care plans according to established policy and procedure
o Delivers direct patient care based on physicians' orders and nursing interventions established on patient care plan as evidenced by documentation in the patient's record
o Documents interventions and progress towards patient goals
o Demonstrates knowledge of basic laboratory values by notifying nursing manager and/or physician of any abnormalities within shift of lab data; ensures critical lab results reported within 30 minutes
o Administers and documents prescribed medications (scheduled/PRN) according to schedule and procedure
o Demonstrates initiative in performance of nursing care by securing and implementing physicians' orders and nursing orders without direct instructions of supervisor
o Reviews and ensures implementation of all MD orders each shift
* Assists in implementation of appropriate teaching program for individual patients
o Assists in development, delivery and documentation of education to meet patient and/or family educational goals
o Patient/PCG instructed on self-care, home medications and follow up care/appointments prior to discharge and appropriate documentation completed
* Communicates effectively with other members of the interdisciplinary team
o Reports patient information/status according to guidelines established in policy and procedure to nurse in charge of shift report as indicated by no more than two (2) reported incidents of failure to follow shift guidelines
o Reports patient information/status to immediate supervisor as patient condition changes as indicated by no reported incidents of supervisors not being aware of changes in patient medical status
o Communicates directly with physicians and other interdisciplinary team members regarding changes in patient's condition, inappropriate patient response to nursing interventions, progress toward achievement of short-and long-term goals, and cancellation of therapy, and other data as indicated by action taken to meet changing patient needs and lack of team members' complaints
o Communicates patient information/status for inter-disciplinary chart rounds according to established policy and procedure with no more than two (2) omissions of completing chart round documentation
o Provides positive, supportive communication to patient family and hospital personnel as demonstrated by supervisor's observations and no documented complaints
o Identifies and escalates issues to appropriate person if issue not addressed/addressed in a timely manner
* Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served, including the knowledge and skill required to evaluate the appropriateness of medication therapy in geriatric, adolescents, adults, documented by participation in continuing education programs; LPN's assigned to the pediatric unit will demonstrate skills in caring for pediatric patients of all ages
o Demonstrates knowledge related to the age appropriate medication doses for adolescents, adults and geriatrics; LPN's assigned to the pediatric unit will demonstrate knowledge of medication doses for pediatric patients of all ages and will demonstrate knowledge of how to calculate dose and appropriate dosage forms available to treat pediatric patients
o Identifies drugs requiring dosage adjustments in geriatric patients; Calculates dosage reductions based on kidney function (CrCl) when appropriate
Other Functions
* Completes special projects as assigned according to established time frames
* Maintains patient care areas in a neat and clean manner according to shift assignment and established policy and procedure
* Labels patient supplies according to policy and procedure as evidenced by no omissions of supplies being dated and labeled with patient name and room number
* Ensures that equipment is properly functioning prior to and during patient use as demonstrated by no use of malfunctioning equipment with patient and no omission of completing maintenance requests
* Follows universal precautions for all patients as evidenced by compliance at all times to facility infection control policies
* Plans for patient safety, utilizing safety standards as evidenced at all time with safety procedures in the safety manual
* Contributes to performance improvement activities as requested to improve patient outcomes and achieve performance metrics
* Wears name tag and locator badge at all times
* Attends and participates in scheduled shift meetings 80% of the time when on duty and reads and initials all meeting minutes
* Contributes knowledge of current nursing literature and practice by in clinical situations
* Establishes and meets annual individual goals which are developed to achieve individual professional growth
* Demonstrates a commitment to quality in evidenced by successfully completing annual competencies within defined timelines
* Maintains compliance with employee health requirements
* Successfully completes all mandatory modules/in-services annually
* Provides evidence of completion of educational programs to the Education Department
* Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
* Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
* Performs other duties as assigned
Auto-ApplyLPN, UofL Outpatient Center
Licensed practical nurse job at UofL Hospital
UofL Phys Outpatient - ULP - AMG Address: 401 E. Chestnut St Louisville, KY 40202 Shift: UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.
With more than 12,000 team members-physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals-UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.
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Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) are instrumental in establishing an efficient work flow and promoting an environment in which our patients are cared for in a professional, timely and courteous manner. LPN's provide clinical support to providers in order to 'deliver patient-centered care with compassion and excellence'. The ideal candidate will demonstrate both technical excellence and emotional intelligence.
Essential Functions:
* Prepares patient for physician visit by documenting the patient's chief complaints, obtaining and documenting appropriate vital signs (height, weight, and temperature), as well as completing any necessary paperwork for the patient experience
* Performs clinical duties such as injections and immunizations, other forms of medication administration, breathing treatments, Pulmonary Function Testing, dressings, vision/hearing testing, suture removal, patient education, and assisting physician with procedures
* Performs laboratory testing such as specimen collection, finger sticks/heel sticks, performing tests, recordkeeping, and reporting
* Provides indirect patient care in the phone triage setting. Will work with the physicians about the patient's clinical condition and symptomatology
* Works closely with physicians and residents to ensure patient and family needs are met
Other Functions:
* Responsible for scheduling patient appointments when necessary
* Crash cart: checks and maintains cart, AED on a rotating basis
* Provides excellent, clear documentation in every area of the office
* Responsible for requesting patient prescription refills from the physician and ensuring eligibility
* Completes clinical miscellaneous items such as school/sports physical forms, immunization certificates, obtaining patients lab results, etc
* Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
* Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
* Performs other duties as assigned
Additional Job Description:
Education:
* Associate degree in nursing (required)
Experience:
* One year of LPN medical office experience (preferred)
Licensure:
* Active Kentucky Licensed Practical Nurse License or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (required)
Certificates:
* Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
Auto-ApplyPolysom Tech II, Med Center East, 6pm-6am
Licensed practical nurse job at UofL Hospital
JHHS - Med Center East - UMC Address: 3920 Dutchman Lane Louisville, KY 40207 Shift: Third Shift (United States of America) : The Polysom Technologist performs and operates sleep study equipment according to manufacturer recommendations and with physician oversight to include polysomnography, Continuous Positive Airway pressure (CPAP) titration, Home Sleep Testing, and electroencephalography. Responsible for record keeping of patient files, faxing reports as needed, along with other clerical duties as needed. Cleans and prepares equipment for patient use.
* Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served
* Performs procedures to ensure quality patient care in accordance with Accrediting Body and Sleep physician expectations/protocols
* Participates in hospital and department quality assurance programs to ensure safety and satisfaction
* Contributes to the efficient operation and monitoring of the department and utilizes our resources efficiently
* Demonstrates complete working knowledge of equipment within assigned area
* Supports goals of department/organization. Works as a team player by enhancing team effectiveness, supporting, and assisting team members, the department and/or the organization
Additional Job Description:
Education:
* High school diploma or GED equivalent (required)
* Graduate of an accredited school of Sleep Technology or Completed the A-Step Sleep Program (preferred)
Experience:
* Previous experience in EEG or Polysomnography (required)
Licensure:
* Must have Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) from the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists (BPRT) prior to employment (required)
Certification:
* Must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) prior to start of employment (required)
Auto-ApplyNuclear Med Technologist, Jewish Hospital, First Shift
Licensed practical nurse job at UofL Hospital
JHHS - Jewish Hospital - UMC Address: 200 Abraham Flexner Way Louisville, KY 40202 Shift: First Shift (United States of America) UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.
With more than 12,000 team members-physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists, and other highly skilled health care professionals-UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each patient each day.
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Provides health care services, applying radionuclides to assist in diagnosis or treatment in accordance with established practices and procedures. Obtains patient history, explains routine procedures, and addresses patient concerns. Responsible for maintaining patient record and files. Provides appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedures. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist maintains a high degree of accuracy in positioning and imaging technique. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist complies with guidelines set forth by accrediting bodies. The Nuclear Medicine Technologist supports the mission of the hospital and department by excellent customer relations skills.
Essential Functions:
* Uses consistent and appropriate techniques to gather relevant information pertinent to the examination being performed, including correct patient identification and order verification.
* Assess patient to determine and develop an action plan for completing the procedure
* Performs pre and post exam patient education pertinent to exam being performed.
* Produces scans according to established protocols within the Nuclear Medicine Department with a high degree of accuracy.
* Evaluates finished images for technical accuracy and diagnostic quality.
* Discusses technical findings with Radiologist
* Ensures examinations are complete to include, Cerner completion and PACS review.
* Instructs Radiology Residents and students in the Nuclear Medicine scanning protocols (depending on facility)
* Attends and participates in department staff meetings and in-services
* Assists in training new personnel in hospital and department procedures.
* Takes an active role in gaining and maintaining proficiency in hospital and radiology equipment and information systems needed in performance of job responsibilities.
* Uses appropriate customer relations skills to ensure customer expectations are met including flexibility in schedule hours
* Assist in quality improvement programs in the department.
* Maintains appropriate credentials and certification related to clinical practice and ensures a current copy is on file in the department/hospital.
* Ensures that assigned areas are kept clean, neat, and orderly.
Shift Requirements:
Shift Length (in hours): 8 (this can vary depending on shift)
# Shifts/Week: 5 (this can vary depending on shift)
Overtime Required: ☐ Infrequently ☒ Sometimes ☐ Often ☐ n/a (exempt position)
Other Functions:
* Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures, and standards of conduct
* Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to always maintain confidentiality
* Performs other duties as assigned
Additional Job Description:
Education:
* Graduate of an accredited school of Nuclear Medicine Technology (required)
Experience:
* 2 years prior Nuclear Medicine Technology experience (preferred)
Licensure:
* Possess and maintain certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Nuclear Medicine Technology (N), OR Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) upon hire into position.
* State of Kentucky License required.
Certification:
* American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (required)
Auto-ApplyCharge RN, South Hospital, ED, 7p-7a
Licensed practical nurse job at UofL Hospital
South Hospital - UMC Address: 1903 W. Hebron Lane Shepherdsville, KY 40165 Shift: Nights 7P - 7A (United States of America) UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with five hospitals, four medical centers, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 700 providers, the Frazier Rehab Institute and Brown Cancer Center.
With more than 12,000 team members-physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly skilled health care professionals-UofL Health is focused on one mission: delivering patient-centered care to each and every patient each and every day.
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The charge nurse assists the Clinical Manager and/or Nursing Director with the management of the unit including participating in employee evaluation, staffing and scheduling, patient and preceptor assignments, oversight of resource utilization, and initiating and overseeing quality improvement activities. The charge nurse acts as a resource and provides information/education to unit staff. The charge nurse is involved in service recovery, promoting customer service to both internal and external customers. The charge nurse is a role model and proponent of the professional nurse as exemplified by their presence on the unit, participation in nursing department initiatives such as the acquisition of Magnet Certification, and organizational committee meetings.
Essential Functions:
* Participates in assessing and cost-effectively meeting staffing needs and resource utilization within the budget of the department of the unit; confers with unit nursing leadership when making preceptor/nurse assignments; assigns patients and tasks according to staff expertise and patient acuity and assumes responsibility for functioning of the unit on a shift-to-shift basis
* Serves as a role model for staff regarding customer relations, monitors unit customer service and intervenes as necessary; rounds on internal and external customers based on unit requirements
* Participates in employee evaluations, counsels and coaches employees when necessary, and implements disciplinary process according to policy including time and attendance issues; remains knowledgeable of regulatory standards and ensures staff are maintaining and adhering to all department and facility policies; maintains anecdotal documentation.
* Participates in the review and investigation of occurrence reports; intervenes and develops action plans for actual events and near misses and shares the results with staff
* Acts as a clinical resource and may assist with education and may dispense education for staff as needed.; may be responsible for interviewing, scheduling, expediting patient flow, promoting efficiency within the unit and management of productivity
Shift Requirements:
Shift Length (in hours):
12 Hours
# Shifts/Week:
3
Overtime Required:
☐ Infrequently ☐ Sometimes ☐ Often ☐ n/a (exempt position)
Other Functions:
* Identifies personal goals and actions to meet the unit and organizational goals
* Efficiently and effectively monitors supply use to meet patient needs
* Collaborates and contributes to revision of policies and procedures
* Participates in quality improvement by identifying, in collaboration with nurse managers, two to three (2-3) quality improvement initiatives annually; may be responsible for meeting unit audit requirements.
* Participates in an annual charge nurse competency
* Maintains open communication with all health care team members, nursing leadership, and medical staff, especially with Nursing Director, Unit Managers and other Charge Nurses
* Conducts or participates is unit meetings, committee meetings, and facilitates active participation of staff members
* Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
* Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
* Performs other duties as assigned
Additional Job Description:
Education:
* Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited/approved school of nursing (required)
* Credentials in specialty area (preferred)
Experience:
* Two (2) years of patient care experience in specialty area (preferred)
Licensure:
* Active Kentucky Registered Nurse License or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (required)
Certification:
* Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
* Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (preferred)
Note: additional, specialized certifications may be required or preferred based on unit
Auto-ApplyCharge RN, UofL Hospital, 3 Tower Post Surgical/Progressive Care Unit, 7p-7a, Part-Time
Licensed practical nurse job at UofL Hospital
University Hospital - UMC Address: 530 South Jackson Street Louisville, KY 40202 Shift: Nights 7P - 7A (United States of America) UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with seven hospitals, four medical centers, Brown Cancer Center, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 1,000 providers in Louisville and surrounding counties, including southern Indiana.
With more than 12,000 team members-physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists, and other highly skilled health care professionals-UofL Health is focused on one mission: to transform the health of communities we serve through compassionate, innovative, and patient-centered care.
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The Charge Nurse plays a pivotal leadership role in supporting the Clinical Manager and/or Nursing Director in the day-to-day operations of the unit. This includes active involvement in staff scheduling, patient and preceptor assignments, resource management, and performance evaluations. The Charge Nurse also champions quality improvement initiatives, ensuring that care delivery aligns with best practices and organizational goals.
As a clinical and professional resource, the Charge Nurse provides guidance, mentorship, and education to nursing staff, fostering a collaborative and informed care environment. This role is instrumental in driving service excellence, engaging in service recovery efforts, and promoting a culture of compassion and responsiveness for both internal and external stakeholders.
Beyond daily operations, the Charge Nurse serves as a visible role model for professional nursing practice. This includes active participation in departmental initiatives-such as the pursuit of Magnet designation-and representation on organizational committees. Through their leadership, presence, and advocacy, the Charge Nurse helps shape a high-performing, patient-centered care culture.
Essential Functions:
* Actively contributes to evaluating and efficiently fulfilling staffing and resource needs within the department's budget. Collaborates with unit nursing leadership to make thoughtful preceptor and nurse assignments, ensuring patient care responsibilities are aligned with staff expertise and patient acuity. Takes ownership of unit operations on a shift-by-shift basis to maintain seamless and effective care delivery.
* Serves as a role model for staff regarding customer relations, monitors unit customer service and intervenes as necessary; rounds on internal and external customers based on unit requirements.
* Participates in employee evaluations, counsels and coaches employees when necessary, and implements disciplinary process according to policy including time and attendance issues; remains knowledgeable of regulatory standards and ensures staff are maintaining and adhering to all department and facility policies; maintains anecdotal documentation such as capturing qualitative insights that may not be reflected in formal reports or metrics and supporting performance evaluations, coaching or follow-up discussion with real-life context.
* Participates in the review and investigation of occurrence reports; intervenes and develops action plans for actual events and near misses and shares the results with staff.
* Acts as a clinical resource and may assist with education and may dispense education for staff as needed; may be responsible for interviewing, scheduling, expediting patient flow, promoting efficiency within the unit and management of productivity.
Other Functions:
* Consistently upholds the Code of Ethics for Nurses. This framework provides a principled foundation for ethical nursing practice and sound decision-making in complex care environments.
* Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
* Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Additional Job Description:
Education:
* Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited/approved school of nursing (Required)
* Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited/approved school of nursing (Preferred).
Experience:
* A minimum of 6 months frontline patient care experience (Required)
* One (1) year of frontline patient care experience (Preferred).
Licensure: Active Kentucky Registered Nurse License or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (Required).
Certification:
* Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (Required)
* Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (Preferred) unless the role is within a department where it is a mandatory requirement.
* National Nursing Certification in Field of Specialty obtained, if not held at time of hire (Preferred).
* Note: Additional, specialized certifications may be required or preferred based on unit.
Auto-ApplyCharge RN, UofL Hospital, 8E Complex Medical/Trauma, Part-time, 7a-7p
Licensed practical nurse job at UofL Hospital
University Hospital - UMC Address: 530 South Jackson Street Louisville, KY 40202 Shift: Days 7A - 7P (United States of America) UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with seven hospitals, four medical centers, Brown Cancer Center, nearly 200 physician practice locations, more than 1,000 providers in Louisville and surrounding counties, including southern Indiana.
With more than 12,000 team members-physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists, and other highly skilled health care professionals-UofL Health is focused on one mission: to transform the health of communities we serve through compassionate, innovative, and patient-centered care.
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The Charge Nurse plays a pivotal leadership role in supporting the Clinical Manager and/or Nursing Director in the day-to-day operations of the unit. This includes active involvement in staff scheduling, patient and preceptor assignments, resource management, and performance evaluations. The Charge Nurse also champions quality improvement initiatives, ensuring that care delivery aligns with best practices and organizational goals.
As a clinical and professional resource, the Charge Nurse provides guidance, mentorship, and education to nursing staff, fostering a collaborative and informed care environment. This role is instrumental in driving service excellence, engaging in service recovery efforts, and promoting a culture of compassion and responsiveness for both internal and external stakeholders.
Beyond daily operations, the Charge Nurse serves as a visible role model for professional nursing practice. This includes active participation in departmental initiatives-such as the pursuit of Magnet designation-and representation on organizational committees. Through their leadership, presence, and advocacy, the Charge Nurse helps shape a high-performing, patient-centered care culture.
Essential Functions:
* Actively contributes to evaluating and efficiently fulfilling staffing and resource needs within the department's budget. Collaborates with unit nursing leadership to make thoughtful preceptor and nurse assignments, ensuring patient care responsibilities are aligned with staff expertise and patient acuity. Takes ownership of unit operations on a shift-by-shift basis to maintain seamless and effective care delivery.
* Serves as a role model for staff regarding customer relations, monitors unit customer service and intervenes as necessary; rounds on internal and external customers based on unit requirements.
* Participates in employee evaluations, counsels and coaches employees when necessary, and implements disciplinary process according to policy including time and attendance issues; remains knowledgeable of regulatory standards and ensures staff are maintaining and adhering to all department and facility policies; maintains anecdotal documentation such as capturing qualitative insights that may not be reflected in formal reports or metrics and supporting performance evaluations, coaching or follow-up discussion with real-life context.
* Participates in the review and investigation of occurrence reports; intervenes and develops action plans for actual events and near misses and shares the results with staff.
* Acts as a clinical resource and may assist with education and may dispense education for staff as needed; may be responsible for interviewing, scheduling, expediting patient flow, promoting efficiency within the unit and management of productivity.
Other Functions:
* Consistently upholds the Code of Ethics for Nurses. This framework provides a principled foundation for ethical nursing practice and sound decision-making in complex care environments.
* Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
* Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
Additional Job Description:
Education:
* Associate Degree in Nursing from an accredited/approved school of nursing (Required)
* Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited/approved school of nursing (Preferred).
Experience:
* A minimum of 6 months frontline patient care experience (Required)
* One (1) year of frontline patient care experience (Preferred).
Licensure: Active Kentucky Registered Nurse License or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (Required).
Certification:
* Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (Required)
* Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (Preferred) unless the role is within a department where it is a mandatory requirement.
* National Nursing Certification in Field of Specialty obtained, if not held at time of hire (Preferred).
* Note: Additional, specialized certifications may be required or preferred based on unit.
Auto-ApplyCharge RN, Jewish Hospital, Cardiothoracic PCU 6 Towers, 7p-7a
Licensed practical nurse job at UofL Hospital
JHHS - Jewish Hospital - UMC Address: 200 Abraham Flexner Way Louisville, KY 40202 Shift: Nights 7P - 7A (United States of America) The Charge Nurse assists the Clinical Manager and/or Nursing Director with the management of the unit including participating in employee evaluation, staffing and scheduling, patient and preceptor assignments, oversight of resource utilization, and initiating and overseeing quality improvement activities. The Charge Nurse acts as a resource and provides information/education to unit staff. The charge nurse is involved in service recovery, promoting customer service to both internal and external customers. The Charge Nurse is a role model and proponent of the professional nurse as exemplified by their presence on the unit, participation in nursing department initiatives such as the acquisition of Magnet Certification, and organizational committee meetings.
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We are Hiring for a Charge RN at Jewish Hospital, Thoracic/Vascular PCU 6 Towers
Location: 200 Abraham Flexner Way, Louisville, KY 40202
Shift Options: Full-Time, 7p-7a
About the Unit
6 Towers is a 22-bed vascular thoracic unit caring for post-op thoracic, vascular, and cardiac procedure surgical patients.
About Jewish Hospital
Jewish Hospital, part of UofL Health, is an internationally renowned, high-tech tertiary referral center, developing leading-edge advancements in hand and microsurgery, heart and lung care, orthopedics and sports medicine, neuroscience, organ transplantation and outpatient care. The hospital is the site of the world's first successful hand transplant and AbioCor implantable replacement heart procedures, in addition to the first trial of adult cardiac stem cells in chronic heart failure. Jewish Hospital continues to be recognized for its specialized heart care procedures, including the implantation of ventricular assist devices (VAD), and transcatheter aortic valve replacement. The UofL Health - Trager Transplant Center is in a select group of hospitals nationwide that perform heart, lung, liver, kidney, pancreas and hand transplantation. The center also includes a Pancreas Disease Center, a GI Motility Clinic, and Advanced Heart Failure and VAD programs.
Job Summary
The charge nurse assists the clinical manager and nursing director with the management of the unit including participating in employee evaluations, staffing and scheduling, patient and preceptor assignments, oversight of resource utilization, and initiating and overseeing quality improvement activities. The charge nurse acts as a resource and provides information/education to unit staff. The charge nurse is involved in service recovery, promoting customer service to both internal and external customers. The charge nurse is a role model of the professional nurse as exemplified by their presence on the unit, participation in nursing department initiatives, and organizational committee meetings.
Additional Job Description:
Required Qualifications
Licensed or eligible for license in Kentucky
Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA)
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required for some units
Associate's degree from accredited college or University
Minimum of one year of RN experience in speciality
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree from accredited college or University
Benefits & Perks
Competitive Pay & Benefits Options
Paid Vacation, Sick days, and Holidays
Free tuition to UofL for Part- and Full-time employees for Child/Spouse/Domestic Partner
401K with Employer Match
About UofL Health
UofL Health is a fully integrated regional academic health system with nine hospitals, four medical centers, Brown Cancer Center, Eye Institute, nearly 200 physician practice locations, and more than 1,000 providers in Louisville and the surrounding counties, including southern Indiana. Additional access to UofL Health is provided through a partnership with Carroll County Memorial Hospital.
Affiliated with the University of Louisville School of Medicine, UofL Health is committed to providing patients with access to the most advanced care available. This includes clinical trials, collaboration on research and the development of new technologies to both save and improve lives.
With more than 14,000 team members - physicians, surgeons, nurses, pharmacists and other highly-skilled health care professionals, UofL Health is focused on one mission: to transform the health of communities we serve through compassionate, innovative, patient-centered care. For more information on UofL Health, go to *******************
Auto-ApplyCharge RN, Jewish Hospital, Cardiothoracic PCU 6 Towers, 7p-7a
Licensed practical nurse job at UofL Hospital
JHHS - Jewish Hospital - UMC Address: 200 Abraham Flexner Way Louisville, KY 40202 Shift: Nights 7P - 7A (United States of America) The Charge Nurse assists the Clinical Manager and/or Nursing Director with the management of the unit including participating in employee evaluation, staffing and scheduling, patient and preceptor assignments, oversight of resource utilization, and initiating and overseeing quality improvement activities. The Charge Nurse acts as a resource and provides information/education to unit staff. The charge nurse is involved in service recovery, promoting customer service to both internal and external customers. The Charge Nurse is a role model and proponent of the professional nurse as exemplified by their presence on the unit, participation in nursing department initiatives such as the acquisition of Magnet Certification, and organizational committee meetings.
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About the Unit
6 Towers is a 22-bed vascular thoracic unit caring for post-op thoracic, vascular, and cardiac procedure surgical patients.
About Jewish Hospital
Jewish Hospital, part of UofL Health, is an internationally renowned, high-tech tertiary referral center, developing leading-edge advancements in hand and microsurgery, heart and lung care, orthopedics and sports medicine, neuroscience, organ transplantation and outpatient care. The hospital is the site of the world's first successful hand transplant and AbioCor implantable replacement heart procedures, in addition to the first trial of adult cardiac stem cells in chronic heart failure. Jewish Hospital continues to be recognized for its specialized heart care procedures, including the implantation of ventricular assist devices (VAD), and transcatheter aortic valve replacement. The UofL Health - Trager Transplant Center is in a select group of hospitals nationwide that perform heart, lung, liver, kidney, pancreas and hand transplantation. The center also includes a Pancreas Disease Center, a GI Motility Clinic, and Advanced Heart Failure and VAD programs.
Job Summary
The charge nurse assists the clinical manager and nursing director with the management of the unit including participating in employee evaluations, staffing and scheduling, patient and preceptor assignments, oversight of resource utilization, and initiating and overseeing quality improvement activities. The charge nurse acts as a resource and provides information/education to unit staff. The charge nurse is involved in service recovery, promoting customer service to both internal and external customers. The charge nurse is a role model of the professional nurse as exemplified by their presence on the unit, participation in nursing department initiatives, and organizational committee meetings.
Additional :
* The Registered Nurse provides direct nursing care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and protocols of the healthcare organization.
* Additional Job Description
Education:
* Associate's Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program is (required)
* All new-hire Associate Degree Registered Nurses (new graduate and experienced) are required to start an approved BSN program within one (1) year of hire and complete an approved BSN program within three (3) years of hire (required)
* Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an accredited nursing program (preferred)
Experience:
* All new RN graduates will participate in the Nurse Residency program and must successfully complete all activities (required)
* Two years of hospital patient care experience (preferred)
Licensure:
* Current KY RN licensure or compact license with privileges to work in Kentucky (required)
Certification:
* Basic Life Saving (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (required)
* Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)
* Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) (may be required for specific clinical areas)
Note: additional, specialized certifications may be required or preferred based on unit
Auto-ApplyRN Charge, Jewish Hospital, 3 East Transplant PCU, 7p-7a
Licensed practical nurse job at UofL Hospital
JHHS - Jewish Hospital - UMC Address: 200 Abraham Flexner Way Louisville, KY 40202 Shift: Nights 7P - 7A (United States of America) The Charge Nurse assists the Clinical Manager and/or Nursing Director with the management of the unit including participating in employee evaluation, staffing and scheduling, patient and preceptor assignments, oversight of resource utilization, and initiating and overseeing quality improvement activities. The Charge Nurse acts as a resource and provides information/education to unit staff. The charge nurse is involved in service recovery, promoting customer service to both internal and external customers. The Charge Nurse is a role model and proponent of the professional nurse as exemplified by their presence on the unit, participation in nursing department initiatives such as the acquisition of Magnet Certification, and organizational committee meetings.
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About the Unit
3 East is a 28-bed post solid organ (lung, liver, kidney, pancreas) transplant intermediate care unit. This unit cares for patients pre and post-transplant event.
About Jewish Hospital
Jewish Hospital, part of UofL Health, is an internationally renowned, high-tech tertiary referral center, developing leading-edge advancements in hand and microsurgery, heart and lung care, orthopedics and sports medicine, neuroscience, organ transplantation and outpatient care. The hospital is the site of the world's first successful hand transplant and AbioCor implantable replacement heart procedures, in addition to the first trial of adult cardiac stem cells in chronic heart failure. Jewish Hospital continues to be recognized for its specialized heart care procedures, including the implantation of ventricular assist devices (VAD), and transcatheter aortic valve replacement. The UofL Health - Trager Transplant Center is in a select group of hospitals nationwide that perform heart, lung, liver, kidney, pancreas and hand transplantation. The center also includes a Pancreas Disease Center, a GI Motility Clinic, and Advanced Heart Failure and VAD programs.
Essential Functions:
* Participates in assessing and cost-effectively meeting staffing needs and resource utilization within the budget of the department of the unit; confers with unit nursing leadership when making preceptor/nurse assignments; assigns patients and tasks according to staff expertise and patient acuity and assumes responsibility for functioning of the unit on a shift-to-shift basis
* Serves as a role model for staff regarding customer relations, monitors unit customer service and intervenes as necessary; rounds on internal and external customers based on unit requirements
* Participates in employee evaluations, counsels and coaches employees when necessary, and implements disciplinary process according to policy including time and attendance issues; remains knowledgeable of regulatory standards and ensures staff are maintaining and adhering to all department and facility policies; maintains anecdotal documentation.
* Participates in the review and investigation of occurrence reports; intervenes and develops action plans for actual events and near misses and shares the results with staff
* Acts as a clinical resource and may assist with education and may dispense education for staff as needed.; may be responsible for interviewing, scheduling, expediting patient flow, promoting efficiency within the unit and management of productivity
Shift Requirements:
Shift Length (in hours): 12 Hours
# Shifts/Week: 3
Overtime Required: ☒ Infrequently ☐ Sometimes ☐ Often ☐ n/a (exempt position)
Other Functions:
* Identifies personal goals and actions to meet the unit and organizational goals
* Efficiently and effectively monitors supply use to meet patient needs
* Collaborates and contributes to revision of policies and procedures
* Participates in quality improvement by identifying, in collaboration with nurse managers, two to three (2-3) quality improvement initiatives annually; may be responsible for meeting unit audit requirements.
* Participates in an annual charge nurse competency
* Maintains open communication with all health care team members, nursing leadership, and medical staff, especially with Nursing Director, Unit Managers and other Charge Nurses
* Conducts or participates is unit meetings, committee meetings, and facilitates active participation of staff members
* Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
* Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
* Performs other duties as assigned
A Note on Required Qualifications:
UofL Health will accept a Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) from the NCSBN in lieu of a Kentucky Nursing License, per the KBN.
Additional Job Description:
Auto-ApplyCharge RN, Jewish Hospital, Cardiac Angioplasty PCU, 7p-7a
Licensed practical nurse job at UofL Hospital
JHHS - Rudd Heart Lung - UMC Address: 201 Abraham Flexner Way Louisville, KY 40202 Shift: Nights 7P - 7A (United States of America) The Charge Nurse assists the Clinical Manager and/or Nursing Director with the management of the unit including participating in employee evaluation, staffing and scheduling, patient and preceptor assignments, oversight of resource utilization, and initiating and overseeing quality improvement activities. The Charge Nurse acts as a resource and provides information/education to unit staff. The charge nurse is involved in service recovery, promoting customer service to both internal and external customers. The Charge Nurse is a role model and proponent of the professional nurse as exemplified by their presence on the unit, participation in nursing department initiatives such as the acquisition of Magnet Certification, and organizational committee meetings.
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We are Hiring at Jewish Hospital
Location: 200 Abraham Flexner Way Louisville, KY 40202
Shift Options: Full Time, 7p-7a
About the Unit
PTCA (Angioplasty Recovery) is a 14-bed advanced cardiovascular interventional unit that provide pre & post procedural care for acute cardiology patients: cardiac catheterization, electrophysiology which includes ablations, pacemaker insertions, ICD placement, and TAVRs. We also do Watchmans and Mitraclips.
About Jewish Hospital
Jewish Hospital, part of UofL Health, is an internationally renowned, high-tech tertiary referral center, developing leading-edge advancements in hand and microsurgery, heart and lung care, orthopedics and sports medicine, neuroscience, organ transplantation and outpatient care. The hospital is the site of the world's first successful hand transplant and AbioCor implantable replacement heart procedures, in addition to the first trial of adult cardiac stem cells in chronic heart failure. Jewish Hospital continues to be recognized for its specialized heart care procedures, including the implantation of ventricular assist devices (VAD), and transcatheter aortic valve replacement. The UofL Health - Trager Transplant Center is in a select group of hospitals nationwide that perform heart, lung, liver, kidney, pancreas and hand transplantation. The center also includes a Pancreas Disease Center, a GI Motility Clinic, and Advanced Heart Failure and VAD programs.
Additional Job Description:
Required Qualifications
* Licensed or eligible for license in Kentucky
* Basic Life Support (BLS) accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA)
* Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required for some units
* Associate's degree from accredited college or University
Preferred Qualifications
* Bachelor's degree from accredited college or University
Benefits & Perks
* Competitive Pay & Benefits Options
* Paid Vacation, Sick days, and Holidays
* Free tuition to UofL for Part- and Full-time employees for Child/Spouse/Domestic Partner
* 401K with Employer Match
Auto-ApplyRN - Hospital / Inpatient - 15559267
Licensed practical nurse job at UofL Hospital
Performs and documents ongoing assessments including observation, physical examination, laboratory/test results, and patient response to procedural intervention. Reviews and revises plan of care according to change in patient's status. Incorporates patient teaching/discharge planning to promote optimal patient outcomes.
Coordinates and documents appropriate discharge planning and referrals to ensure continuity of care after discharge.
RN - Hospital / Inpatient - 15559282
Licensed practical nurse job at UofL Hospital
Assess patient's condition before surgery. Ensure that the Operating Room is prepared with all necessary supplies, implants, instrumentation, and equipment. Keep the operating room sterilized. Pass medical instruments to the surgeons during operation.
Monitor patient's vital signs.
Evaluate postoperative patients.
Reviews charts for completeness, in accordance with documentation protocols prior to and after the surgical procedure.
Adhere to all relevant health and safety standards.
RN - Hospital / Inpatient - 15559284
Licensed practical nurse job at UofL Hospital
Performs and documents ongoing assessments including observation, physical examination, laboratory/test results, and patient response to procedural intervention. Reviews and revises plan of care according to change in patient's status. Incorporates patient teaching/discharge planning to promote optimal patient outcomes.
Coordinates and documents appropriate discharge planning and referrals to ensure continuity of care after discharge.
RN - Hospital / Inpatient - 15542015
Licensed practical nurse job at UofL Hospital
Administers medications, checks vital signs and alerts the doctors of any major changes in the patient's condition. Performs therapeutic and/or diagnostic exams. Completing paperwork and patient charting.
RN - Cvicu
Licensed practical nurse job at UofL Hospital
in Louisville Kentucky. This is a 7p-7:30a, 19:00:00-07:30:00, 12. in the University of Louisville (512). The ideal candidate will possess a current state license as a RN and have at least 2 years of recent experience as a CVICU RN.