This job provides direct care (including IV therapy) of assigned patients within the framework of the Licensed Practical Nurse Act under the direction of a registered nurse. Directs and assists ancillary nursing staff with assigned duties and interacts with the multidisciplinary team and other personnel. Demonstrates professional responsibilities and is responsible for own practice and assists other members of the healthcare team in providing the highest quality personalized patient care.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
Job Duties:
Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care through data gathering, planning and evaluation.
Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served.
Communicates effectively and professionally with all patients, guests, family members and co-workers to ensure a quality patient experience.
Adapts to rapid change in a positive manner throughout the day as needs of the unit / department change.
Manages personal professional development and maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.
Work Experience:
Required - None.
Certifications:
Required - Current licensed practical nursing (LPN) license in state of practice.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association.
Preferred - IV therapy credentials.
Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs:
Excellent organizational and time management skills and self-directed and demonstrate good judgement.
Good interpersonal and delegation skills.
Ability to work with and maintain confidential information.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.