LPN - OSMH Wound Care, Part Time

About the role

We provide direct care (including IV therapy) of assigned patients within the framework of the Licensed Practical Nurse Act under the direction of a registered nurse. You'll direct and assist ancillary nursing staff with assigned duties and interact with the multidisciplinary team and other personnel.

Responsibilities

• Uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient care through data gathering, planning, and evaluation.
• Provides care based on physical, psycho/social, educational, safety and related criteria, appropriate to the ages of patients served.
• Communicates effectively and professionally with all patients, guests, family members and co-workers to ensure a quality patient experience.
• Adapts to rapid change in a positive manner throughout the day as needs of the unit / department change.
• Manages personal professional development and maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in state of practice.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification from the American Heart Association.
• Prior work experience not required.

Qualifications

• Good time management and organizational skills and ability to be self-directed.
• Ability to demonstrate good judgement, work with and maintain confidential information, and working in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Delegation skills.