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Licensed Practical Nurse - Inpatient Unit, Per - Diem

Grace Cottage Family Health & Hospital • Townshend, VT, US • 2w ago

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.

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