Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Cardiac Specialty Unit

Job description

City/State Suffolk, VA Work Shift: Third (Nights) Overview: Sentara Obici Hospital is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for 2 South- Acute Cardiac/Stroke Unit . This is a Full Time, third shift position in Suffolk, VA. Sign on Bonus up to $8,000 available for qualified candidates! Hours: 7P to 7A with rotating weekend schedule. The Acute Cardiac/Stroke Unit at Sentara Obici Hospital provides care for patients with cardiac conditions including heart failure, cardiac rhythm disturbances, newly implanted permanent pacemakers and defibrillators, post- coronary interventions, post-ablation, myocardial infarctions. 2 South also cares for pre/post catheterization, acute stroke, and post procedural neuro cases. This 25-bed unit sees a ratio of 1:6 with assistance of Patient Care Techs with a ratio of 1:8 on average. The unit cares for patients with acuity higher than a typical medical-surgical unit. 2 South Acute Cardiac is also preparing for a transition to a Cardiac PCU step-down before year's end, making it an exciting opportunity for nurses seeking growth in a dynamic, high-acuity setting. Recognized as a certified stroke center and holding magnet designation for excellence in pa...