Licensed Practical Nurse-Licensed Vocational Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) - Medical/Surgical Unit

PRN | 0.001 FTE | 12-hour Varied Shifts

Your experience matters

UP Health System - Portage is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ^®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

More about our team

At UPHS - Portage, we strive to be the place employees want to work. We accomplish this through a friendly and supportive team environment. Join our robust nursing team which provides a quality-focused environment. As a nurse you will provide exemplary patient care to support our community.

How you will contribute

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) who excels in this role:

• Under the direction of an RN, contributes to the assessment of patients by collecting data for analysis by an RN.

• Performs plan of care interventions, including specimen collection and wound care. May administer medication. Documents patient care given.

• Assists RN with development of plan of care.

• Assist patients with performing activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, elimination, nutrition, and ambulation.

• Monitors, documents, and communicates patient's status and reactions to interventions with RN, physician, patient, and families.

• Works as an advocate for the physical and emotional well-being of the patient.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $8 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, or a medical opt-out payment, and more.

• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave, paid time off and sick time.

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.

• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).

• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we are looking for

Applicants should have a state of Michigan LPN license and have graduated from an LPN or LVN Program.

Additional requirements include:

• Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP)

• 1 year of Med/Surg experience preferred

• Annual Influenza Vaccination or Declination Required

More about UP Health System

UP Health System - Portage is a 36-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the western Upper Peninsula of Michigan for over 128 years. We are proud to be recognized as an Accredited Chest Pain Center, Silver Plus Award for Stroke Care, Highest Safety Grade by the Leapfrog Group and a Top 100 Rural & Community Hospital by the Chartis Center for Rural Health.

EEOC Statement

UP Health System - Portage an Equal Opportunity Employer. UPHS - Portage is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.