LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE: University Hospital PACU

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Posted: 31-Mar-26

Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan

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Staff/Administrative

Internal Number: 275642

As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in our Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), you will play a crucial role in the recovery of patients following anesthesia administration. Working under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians, you will provide compassionate and skilled nursing care to patients as they emerge from anesthesia, ensuring their safety and comfort throughout the recovery process. Your attention to detail, clinical expertise, and commitment to patient well-being will contribute to the overall success of our PACU unit.

• Patient Monitoring and Observations
• Medication Administration
• Patient Advocacy and Support
• Wound Care and Dressing Changes
• Assistance with Patient Care

 

Expectations of the position:

• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and work effectively under supervision
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic healthcare environment.

 

• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of Michigan
• Five (5) or more years of LPN experience in a hospital or long term care facility.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required thru the AHA

 

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, push and lift throughout the shift.
• Capable of lifting and moving patients with assistance as needed.
• Visual and auditory acuity necessary to monitor patients and interpret medical equipment alarms.

NOTE: In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.

RESUME REQUIRED (for both internal & external applicants ): 

You must attach a complete and accurate resume and cover letter to be fully considered for this position.

Previous experience in a hospital setting.

Hours: 40 hours/week
Shift: Evenings; 10 hour shifts; variable shift start times, and may include scheduled weekend shifts.
Location: University Hospital- PACU

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally.  Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

 

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