Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)

Unit Profile

The 5 North MedSurg unit is designed to provide optimal patient care and a supportive environment for healthcare professionals. This unit is situated on the main floor and includes 30 patient beds.

General Information

• Staffing:
  • Day Shift: 1 Charge Nurse, 5 RNs, 3 CNAs, and additional sitters as needed.
  • Night Shift: 1 Charge Nurse, 5 RNs, 2 CNAs, and additional sitters as needed.
• Patient Ratios: 1:6
• Equipment Used: Feeding pumps, IV pumps, lift equipment, Wound VAC, PCA, and oxygen.
• Electronic Medical Record System: Meditech

Qualifications

Candidates must meet the following essential requirements:

• Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification
• Strong critical thinking skills

Preferred qualifications include:

• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Intravenous (IV) skills
• Experience in orthopedic and kidney transplant care
• Ability to manage central lines and Foley catheters
• Experience in caring for patients with cardiac, renal transplant, dialysis, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, or diabetes conditions

Typical Procedures Performed

• Breathing treatments (by Respiratory Therapist)
• Chronic wound care

Personality Fit

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Adaptability to a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment
• Ability to provide culturally competent and diverse care
• Strong teamwork skills

Dress Code

• Scrub Color:
  • RNs – Royal Blue
  • CNAs – Green

Awards & Recognition

• Daisy Award
• Bee Award
• I-CARE Recognition
• Employee of the Month/Year

Additional Information

Join a welcoming and supportive team with experienced staff members. The unit has several tenured licensed nurses who bring 12-24 years of nursing experience. New staff will receive guidance from a dedicated Charge Nurse.