LPN

Job Summary

Assists in providing direct care to assigned patients. Administers and monitors treatments in accordance with the current treatment plan or as directed by the supervisor. Performs work that reflects substantial variety and moderate complexity. Practices in an expanded role of IV therapy in accordance with state regulations if required by the clinical area. Performs job duties in accordance with the medical center's purpose.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of patient care procedures and protocols.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge and understanding of computer systems, tools, and programs.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient care by executing and administering treatments and procedures directed by the supervisor.
• Report to the supervisor and other staff any patient issues and concerns.
• Maintain accurate patient records (e.g., charts, schedules, procedures, medication/treatment history, etc.).
• Educate patients and family members in accordance with the established plan of care.
• Function in an expanded role of IV therapy in accordance with regulatory standards, if required by the clinical area.
• Serve on at least one nursing council, hospital, or medical center committee, task force, or project team to improve patient care or the work area and demonstrate core standards of exceptional customer service.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Physical and Environmental Demands

Requires occasional exposure to unpleasant or disagreeable physical environments such as high noise levels and exposure to heat and cold, occasional handling or working with potentially dangerous equipment, occasional exposure to bio‑hazardous conditions (risk of radiation exposure, blood‑borne pathogens, fumes or airborne particles, and/or toxic or caustic chemicals) which mandate attention to safety considerations, occasional working hours significantly beyond regularly scheduled hours, occasional activities subject to significant volume changes of a seasonal/clinical nature, constant work produced subject to precise measures of quantity and quality, occasional bending, frequent lifting and carrying more than 100 pounds, frequent climbing, frequent crawling, frequent crouching/stooping, occasional driving, occasional kneeling, constant pushing/pulling, occasional reaching, occasional sitting, constant standing, constant twisting, and constant walking. (occasional – up to 20 %, frequent – 21 % to 50 %, constant – 51 % or more)

Requirements

• Education & Experience: LPN certified in IV therapy, if required by the clinical area.
• Certifications, licenses, or registration required: valid LPN license; LPN certified in IV therapy, if required by clinical area; BLS certification within 90 days of hire.