Licensed Practical Nurse-Licensed Vocational Nurse

LPN/LVN, Cardiac Unit
Full-Time | 0.9 FTE| 12-hour Day shifts (w/weekend and holiday rotation)

$7,500 Sign-on Bonus Available *Based on meeting eligibility criteria

Your experience matters

UP Health System - Marquette is part of Lifepoint Health, a diverse 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 an LPN/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

Cardiac department has 36 beds. Patient population and diagnosis: Cardiac and CVA patients. Post op day 1-2 CABG, pacemaker patients, Bradycardia, Tachycardia, SVT, AFIB w/RVR or new a fib, acute MIs, PCI patients, Fem/Fem bypass, CEAs and more. We also do step down (IMCU) patients. Nurses are exposed to more critical patients, making it a good bridge to departments such as ED and ICU.

How you will contribute

An LPN/LVN who excels in this role will:

• 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 tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.

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

• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan 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're 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)

Connect with a Recruiter
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Paula Swartout by texting or calling 906.282.1179 or use the link below to schedule a phone call.

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More about our Health System
UP Health System - is a 222-bed hospital located in Marquette, Michigan, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

UP Health System - Marquette is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UP Health System - Marquette 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.