LPN - EMERGENCY ROOM

Aultman Health Foundation · Alliance, OH · 1 mo ago

HealthcarePart-time

About the role

The primary purposes of the Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) are to provide direct patient care, patient and family teaching, and work cooperatively within the interdisciplinary health care team in maintaining standards of nursing care under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN) and within the framework of the Ohio Nurse Practice Act.

Department Summary

The Department Summary includes details about the department's purpose and the qualifications required for the position.

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Current, active licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse through the Ohio Board of Nursing.
Obtain and maintain current American Heart Association (AHA) training in Basic Life Support (BLS) utilizing Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) is required.
IV Certification, preferred.

Skills

Proficient Computer Skills To Complete Tasks As Required.
Able to read, write and comprehend medical terminology.
Acquire CIDE certification within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities & Expectations

Demonstrates proficiency in basic nursing service, knowledge, and skills.
Demonstrates knowledge of and applies evidence-based practice.
Collections comprehensive data pertinent to the patient’s health or the situation.
Identifies and reports changes in patients’ status to Registered Nurse for evaluation.
Documents nursing activities accurately and in a timely manner.
Implements the identified plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
Administers treatments and other direct care; prepares and administers medications as prescribed; observes and evaluates patients’ responses to medications and treatments; and identifies and promptly communicates adverse reactions to the Registered Nurse.
Collects specimens as ordered.
Interacts with and contributes to the professional development of peers, colleagues, and students.
Collaborates with patient, family, and others in the conduct of nursing practice.
LPC is a patient advocate in conjunction with the other members of the healthcare team and fosters patient safety, comfort, and satisfaction.
Attains knowledge and competency that reflects current nursing practice and applicable policies.
Adhere to professional standards and guidelines, including ethical actions, relevant statutes, rules and regulations, during nursing practice.
Exhibits High Reliability Organization (HRO) tools and tones.
Responsible for timely review of emails, department communications and applicable learning assignments and completion as applicable.

Department Responsibilities & Expectations

Complete orientation education and competencies as assigned.
Cross train to role of Unit Secretary.
Complies with the approved policies, procedures, rules and regulations for the general operation of Alliance Community Hospital and the Nursing Service division.
Displays knowledge of Alliance Community Hospital Disaster Plan for Emergency Preparedness (in real and simulated situations).
Performs appropriately in crisis and emergency situations.
Takes responsibility of own action, demonstrating accuracy, competency and accountability in performance.
Participates in committees and educational offerings for self-growth or improved competency and performance.
Performs clerical and receptionist duties in a timely manner.
Observes and transcribes physician’s orders exactly as written with validation.
Demonstrates knowledge of and need for accurate, concise, complete and legible records, and reports.
Sets guidance as needed for clarification and performance of duties.
Recognizes and responds to priorities in patient care process.
Completes assignments without interference of quality of work.
Aids in orientation of new team members.
Aids in data collection and compiling statistics as directed.
Utilizes and orders supplies properly.
Demonstrates basic competencies for assigned technical skills.
Responsible for checking emails and online learning assignments (Relias) on a regular basis.
All other duties as assigned.

Education

Must be computer literate to complete task(s) as required. Such as Cerner (Hospital Support Software), Halogen (performance appraisal system) Relias (education system), ability to retrieve e-mails, complete online enrollment for health insurance/benefits and any other programs as assigned.

Health Caring Standards / Values

Greet customers, visitors, and Colleagues immediately with a smile, warm greeting, and introduction, calling them by name if possible.
Exceed the expected and anticipate the unexpected by asking, “Is there anything else I or a fellow Colleague can do for you?”
Always provide a comforting, timely, caring departure or discharge, and always say thanks for allowing us to serve.
Integrity, openness and fairness in all you do.
Teamwork.
Individual creativity and Innovation.
Compassion and caring.
Maintain department and hospital standards and policies.
Age-appropriate care.

Working Conditions

Meal and break times are coordinated with other staff members to maintain adequate coverage.
Shifts are scheduled or changed due to the staffing needs of the unit/department based upon volume and acuity.
Work weekends and holidays as assigned or as applicable based on department needs.
Cross training depending upon department needs.

LPN - EMERGENCY ROOM

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