LPN - 5 West: MedSurg Tele

Duties And Responsibilities

• Collect/gather available patient data
• Review collected data with supervising RNP
• Utilize the standard of care as the basis for nursing care and documentation
• Document individual patient/family teaching
• Implement plan for discharge upon admission and throughout the hospitalization
• Consult with and keep Clinical Coordinator and Charge RN informed of unit activities, needs, and problems
• Organize and prioritize work based on staff needs, patients' needs, available resources, and unit requirements
• Demonstrate sound judgment and decision making skills in all situations
• Demonstrate efficiency in prioritizing patient needs
• Safely administer medication in keeping with LPN scope and organizational and unit policy and procedure
• Demonstrate consistent ability/competence in patient care areas
• Actively solicit feedback from patients and visitors
• Recognize limitations and seek the appropriate assistance when needed; function within the scope and practice of an LPN
• Demonstrate ability to respond to emergency situations
• Accurately document patient care per hospital policy
• Provide a safe environment for patients and visitors
• Foster spirit of teamwork within assigned area
• Participate in quality improvement activities within the unit

Education And Experience

• Minimum Required Education: Successful completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing program
• Experience: One (1) or more years’ previous acute care experience
• Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Applicant must be licensed to work as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia. BLS Certification within 90 days of hire.