LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE-HOME CARE | UM HEALTH-SPARROW

About the role

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides basic nursing services for the care and treatment of patients under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). The LPN observes, reports, and implements individual patient care based on standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Observe patient condition and initiate appropriate nursing and/or medical care in collaboration with an RN.
• Provide basic care and tasks as directed by an RN.
• Perform specific patient procedures and treatments according to Hospital policies.
• Document care given and patient response in patient record.
• Clean and maintain equipment and environment.
• Demonstrate knowledge and use of appropriate equipment and supplies to provide quality patient care.
• Communicate significant information and changes in patient condition to the RN.
• Actively participate as a team member and constructively address patient and team issues to ensure quality patient care and a collaborative work environment.
• In collaboration with the RN, observe patient condition and initiate appropriate nursing care according to evidence-based policies and guidelines.
• Implement the nursing plan of care as delegated by the RN.
• Participate in patient/family teaching as delegated by the RN.
• Administer medications, perform diagnostic procedures and treatments according to evidence-based policies and procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of current trends in nursing and provide evidence of clinical competency.
• Participate in the planning, implementation and evaluation of departmental and hospital performance improvement programs.

Requirements

• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association required prior to start date.
• 1 year acute care patient experience.
• Homecare experience, preferred.
• Current Michigan license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Proof of Auto Insurance.
• Computer literate.
• Interpersonal skills for effective communication.
• Excellent attendance.
• Assumes responsibility for ongoing education and completion of mandatory requirements.