Licensed Practical Nurse - Inpatient Unit, Per - Diem

Description

Position Summary: 

Provides direct and indirect patient care as supervised and delegated by a Registered Nurse, for all assigned patients in the in-patient unit. Communicates with physicians, mid-levels, Charge Nurse, Nurse Manager and co-workers, as appropriate about patient needs and clinical condition. Is able to respond quickly and appropriately in emergent situations. 

Qualifications: 

Education/ Experience: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Current Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in Vermont. Current BLS certification required. Complete GCH IV therapy course within one year.  

Other Requirements: Computer literate. Experience working with an electronic health record preferred. 

Requirements

Essential Functions Of The Position: 

•  Provides input to RN in formulating, evaluating and revising the patient’s care plan. 
• Implements the nursing and medical plans of care within LPN scope of practice and as delegated by the RN, including appropriate patient teaching.
• Identifies psychosocial needs of patients and family and communicates same to RN and Social Service/Discharge Planner for incorporation into the patient’s care plan.
• Maintains current knowledge of growth and development over the life span. Identifies age specific needs and provides age-appropriate care to all patients served. This includes pediatric through geriatric patient populations. 
• Assesses, addresses and reassess pain utilizing appropriate pain management techniques and tools. Educates patient and family regarding pain management.
•  Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity, recognizing cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs.
• Maintains current knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and patient’s clinical condition. 
• Once IV certified through the GCFHH Vascular Access Training, skills will be maintained and demonstrated annually.
• Understands and applies the five medication rights and reduces the potential for medication errors. Bar Code scans whenever possible – minimum of 80%.
• Complies with Pyxis Medication Dispensing policies and protocols. 
• Maintains POC competency and documents per hospital standards and policies.
• Assist Providers with procedures as requested and within scope of practice, demonstrating good technical and manual skills.
• Maintains aseptic technique during treatments and special procedures as required.
•  Communicates appropriately and clearly to Charge Nurse, co-workers and Providers.
• § Consults other departments, as appropriate, to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient’s needs. Aware of available support services.
• Is flexible, organized and able to function under stressful situations.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety. Manages and operates all equipment safely and correctly.
• Performs other duties as assigned within LPN scope of practice.
• Takes the initiative to find productive and appropriate ways to keep busy during slow times. Limits personal internet/computer use, reading materials and phone calls to break periods.