MedStar Health
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Emergency Department
Opportunity
Job Description
Qualifications at a Glance
Education
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LPN from an accredited School of Nursing
Licenses
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Active Maryland LPN license or Active Compact State LPN license
Certifications
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Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
Preferred
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Prior acute care clinical nursing experience
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Emergency Department technician experience
Medstar Franklin Square is seeking a full-time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the night shift in the Emergency Department. This is a 62-bed department with 18 fast track beds serving approximately 70,000 patients annually. The hospital is Magnet designated, a STEMI receiving center, and a Comprehensive Stroke Center with a dedicated Stroke Resuscitation team. You will care for patients of all ages with a wide variety of medical complaints, ranging from uncomplicated to highly complex conditions.
Clinical Setting
The Emergency Department serves a diverse patient population in a collaborative, inclusive, and supportive work environment. You will work alongside an interdisciplinary team in a setting that emphasizes advanced technology and leading medical innovations.
Responsibilities
- Deliver proficient nursing care to patients and families with needs ranging from uncomplicated to highly complex
- Identify current and potential complex problems of specific patient populations
- Critically analyze trends and changes in patient status
- Plan and implement appropriate interventions directly or through coordination with other nurses
Schedule
Full-time night shift position.
Required Qualifications
- LPN from an accredited School of Nursing
- Active Maryland LPN license or active Compact State LPN license
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification
- One year of acute care clinical nursing experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior acute care clinical nursing experience
- Emergency Department technician experience (new graduate LPNs with ED tech experience will be considered)
Compensation
Hiring range: USD $25.84 - USD $38.58 per hour.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and Total Rewards benefits package
- Career mentoring to support professional development and skill enhancement
- Regional and national recognition opportunities
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