LPN General Surgery

Spectrum Health Medical Group General Surgery, located at 1900 Wealthy St. specializes in the following areas:

• Advance Laparoscopy
• Advanced Laparoscopic Surgery
• Bariatric Surgery
• Burn Care
• Emergency General Surgery
• Endocrine Surgery
• Foregut Surgery
• Gallbladder Surgery
• Gastroesophageal reflux (GER)
• Hernia Repair and Surgery
• Laparoscopic Surgery
• Parathyroid Surgery
• Surgery
• Surgery of the Upper Gastro-Intestinal Tract
• Thyroid Surgery

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

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate’s Degree Graduate of an approved nursing program

Successful completion of competency based orientation program

LIC-License Practical Nursing (LPN) – State of Michigan required upon hire

CRT-Basic Life Support (BLS) – AHA American Heart Association, or ARC American Red Cross 90 days

Preferred Qualifications

One year or more of surgery experience

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 – Blodgett Professional Office Building – 1900 Wealthy – Grand Rapids

Department Name

General Surgery – Grand Rapids

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

20

Hours of Work

8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday to Friday, Variable

Weekend Frequency

N/A

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