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; 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

• Current Michigan license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association required prior to start date
• 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

Qualifications

• Associate degree
• Preferred: Acute care patient care experience
• Preferred: Homecare experience

Schedule

Shift: Days

Location: Lansing, MI