LPN, CH Nephrology

Job Summary

A Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is employed by Erlanger Medical Center to provide direct and/or indirect care of patients under the supervision of a physician or registered nurse. This role involves a team-based approach to care, where the LPN coordinates patient care and supports patients, families, and caregivers in self-management, self-efficacy, and behavior change. The LPN is also responsible for managing the practice's patient population and participating in quality improvement processes.

Education

• Required: Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing
• PREFERRED: PALS certification preferred

Experience

• Required: Knowledge of general nursing principles and practice skills;
• Knowledge of organizational functions, policies and regulations;
• Knowledge of current trends and new developments;
• Knowledge of principles and practices of nursing, applicable to those areas requiring special education;
• Must be able to work well with people;
• A always poised, courteous, pleasing personality, good telephone voice and able to meet the public.

Position Requirement(s)

• LICENSE/CERTIFICATION/REGISTRATION REQUIRED: Current licensure to practice as an LPN in the State of Tennessee
• BLS completed prior to going to the unit/department and maintained going forward
• PREFERRED: Previous pediatric experience preferred

Processes

• Patient Assessment & Documentation (per unit standards of care)
• Schedule diagnostic testing
• Pharmacology (administration and interaction)
• Documentation
• Age Appropriate Care
• Knowledge of Growth and Development
• Lab Values/Panic Levels (assessment and intervention)
• Interpersonal Communication
• Implement plan of care
• Individualize and Evaluate plan of care
• Patient reassessment and documentation (ex. Pain level)

Physician Practices

• Chattanooga, TN
• LPN, CH Nephrology
• Standard Hours: Regular