LPN Outpatient Cardio Vascular Surgery Clinic

Vascular & Endovascular Surgery Clinic - Ambulatory Cardiology – 4069 Lake Dr., Suite 312, Grand Rapids, Michigan:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Ambulatory LPN to join our Vascular Surgery Team. 

The Vascular Surgery Ambulatory Nurse plays a vital role in reducing hospitalizations and ER visits and promotes patient education. 

Our team-based structure promotes a high level of clinical expertise, critical judgement, and autonomy, with opportunities for multidisciplinary collaboration and career advancement.

Link to this Location:

https://www.spectrumhealth.org/for-health-professionals/referrals-and-consultations/cardiovascular-health/vascular-surgery

Job Summary

Under the direction of the RN / Mid-level Provider / Physician and in collaboration with other members of the health care team, contributes to the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.

Essential Functions

• Collects and monitors assessment data and reports physiological, psychological, sociocultural and spiritual needs of patients and families in coordination with and as delineated by the RN/Mid-level Provider/Physician.
• Provides direct patient care under the direction of the RN/Mid-level Provider/Physician, consistent with policies and procedures, and unit based routines.
• Informs patients and families about treatments and medications being received, equipment being utilized, and other related activities as appropriate, in coordination with the RN/Mid-level Provider/Physician.
• Documents care provided via computer/written patient record in a manner consistent with guidelines.
• Greets and communicates with patients and families in a manner consistent with caring and respect. Communicates and collaborates with other members of the health care team in order to ensure continuity of care and coordination of service.
• Cleans patient's environment/work area/equipment and communicates any equipment malfunctions to appropriate department/unit personnel.
• Documents patient chargeable items according to standards.
• Participates in selected quality monitoring activities under the direction of the RN / Mid-level Provider / Physician. Demonstrates a high standard of moral and ethical behavior. Recognizes appropriate and ethical behaviors and identifies resources for resolution as needed. Advocates for privacy, confidentiality, and security of patient, staff and organization data.

Qualifications

• Required High School Diploma or equivalent
• Required Associate's Degree Graduate of an approved nursing program

• Successful completion of competency based orientation program Required
• Healthcare experience Preferred

• LIC-License Practical Nursing (LPN) - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required
• CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) - AHA American Heart Association Medical Group, Pennock, Spectrum Health Grand Rapids, Gerber, Continuing Care (except Hospice), Ludington, Reed City, United, Zeeland 90 Days required
• Ideal candidate will be an LPN with a strong passion for Cardio Patients or for Cardiovascular Surgery Patients
• Vascular Surgery, Cardiology or OR/Med/Surg experience would be a great plus

Physical Demands

• Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 50 lbs
• Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 50 lbs
• Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Waist to Overhead > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 5 lbs
• Bilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs
• Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs
• Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 25 lbs
• Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 20 lbs
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Standing: Frequently
• Walking: Frequently
• Forward Bend - Standing: Occasionally
• Forward Bend - Sitting: Occasionally
• Trunk Rotation - Standing: Occasionally
• Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Occasionally
• Squat: Seldom
• Stair Climbing: Seldom
• Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom
• Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom
• Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Occasionally
• Handling: Occasionally
• Forceful Grip > 5 lbs
  : Occasionally
• Forceful Pinch > 2 lbs: Occasionally
• Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently
• Visual Acuity ¹
  [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Seldom

Primary Location

SITE - Lake Drive - 4069 Lake Drive - Grand Rapids

Department