LPN Acute Care - RIO (Rehab Institute of Oregon)

Assessment

Contributes to and communicates age appropriate admission and daily bio/psycho/social assessments. Collects, reports and records objective and subjective data in an accurate and timely manner. Observes the patient's condition or changes in condition. Documents the observations in a timely, legible and concise manner in accordance with written guidelines. Validates patient classification indicator via required documentation.

Analysis

Identifies and reports the significant deviations from the norm to the RN, MD and oncoming shift. Identifies and reports the significant deviations from the norm to the RN, MD and oncoming shift.

Planning

Participates in establishing and updating and individualized plan of care in collaboration with RN, patient and family. Provides data and contributes to the identification of priorities. Involves the patient/family in individualizing/modifying the nursing plan of care in collaboration with the RN.

Implementation

• Participates in implementing the planned nursing and medical interventions with knowledge and competence in accordance with written standards of practice.
• Cares for patients whose conditions are critical and/or fluctuating under direct supervision of the RN or MD.
• Uses interpersonal skills that convey a positive and supportive attitude.
• Determines and communicates patient/family desired level of participation in care.

Evaluation

Contributes to the evaluation of the patient's response to interventions and contributes to care plan modifications. Establishes appropriate care priorities based on patient response to treatments and interventions in collaboration with the RN. Communicates patient responses and progress to an RN, during verbal report, on the appropriate

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Licensure/Certification: Current applicable state Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) required. AHA BLS for Healthcare Providers.

Pay

USD $29.30 - USD $41.90 /Hr.

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