LPN - Organ Transplant

At The University of Kansas Health System, we are looking for an experienced, compassionate, and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for our Organ Transplant team. The successful candidate for this role will be an integral part of the care team, providing direct patient care and working collaboratively with the rest of the transplant team to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients and families.The ideal candidate for this position will have extensive experience in a clinical setting, along with experience or exposure to organ transplant and renal care. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills are essential for the successful candidate, as is the ability to work in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of quality care.If you have the qualifications to excel in this role and share our commitment to providing superior patient care, we’d love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

1. Provide direct patient care to individuals undergoing organ transplant or renal care.
2. Work collaboratively with other members of the transplant team to ensure best possible outcomes.
3. Utilize strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills to ensure quality care.
4. Work in a fast-paced environment and maintain high level of quality care at all times.
5. Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to HIPAA regulations.
6. Follow all state and federal regulations related to the practice of LPN.
7. Participate in continuing education courses and professional development opportunities.
8. Administer medication and other treatments as prescribed.
9. Monitor patient progress and document all care provided.
10. Assist with patient discharge and follow-up care.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a LPN - Organ Transplant in Kansas City, KS, USA is between $49,000 and $65,000 per year. This salary range is based on the experience and qualifications of the LPN, the specific employer, and the geographical location of the position.

The University of Kansas Health System, commonly known as KU Med and formerly known as The University of Kansas Hospital, is a nonprofit, academic medical center located in Kansas City, Kansas, United States, with branch hospitals and education centers in Topeka, Kansas, Great Bend, Kansas, and Lawrence, Kansas. It is the region's only nationally verified Level I Trauma Center. In 1998, it became an independent entity that receives no funding from the state of Kansas. The hospital is affiliated with the University of Kansas Medical Center, which comprises the schools of medicine, nursing and allied health. The University of Kansas Health System combines education, research and patient care. Physicians represent more than 200 specialties.