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Legacy Health System

LPN Acute Care - Medical Specialties

Legacy Health System, Tualatin, Oregon, United States, 97062


Overview

The Legacy nursing philosophy focuses on patients and their families. Our nurses embody this philosophy in everything they do, as advocates, communicators, problem-solvers and caregivers. Their expertise is sought after and respected by our health care team. In short, they are the face of wellness at Legacy. Does this sound like an environment in which you could thrive? If so, we invite you to consider this opportunity.

Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center is the South Metro area's full-service medical center, with the friendly feel of a community hospital and the skill and services of a much larger medical center. Among our specialties: stroke, minimally invasive and robotic surgery, cancer care, and orthopedic and total joint surgery. Plus, a birth center and breast health center.

The Medical Specialties Unit is located on the first, second, and third floor, units 1B, 1D, 2C, & 3D of Legacy Meridian Park Medical Center. Number of beds: 52 beds, all private bed.

Responsibilities

The staff Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is responsible for patient care within an assigned nursing unit/department and participates as a member of the health care team in cooperation with and under the direction of a registered nurse. As defined in performance standards, the staff LPN contributes to the nursing assessment and establishment of nursing diagnosis, participates in care plan development and evaluation and provides patient care following established nursing and unit/department standards, including those for patient assessment and transfer.

Qualifications

Education:

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.

Experience:

Clinical experience requirements are dependent upon the specific position.

LEGACY'S VALUES IN ACTION:

Follows guidelines set forth in Legacy's Values in Action.

Equal opportunity employer/vet/disabled.

Licensure

* Current applicable state Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) required.* AHA BLS required.

Pay Range

USD $28.73 - USD $41.08 /Hr.