NURSE LPN

Location: Lansing, MI

About the role

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides basic nursing services for the care and treatment of patients under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). The LPN assesses, plans, and implements individual patient care in a nursing department according to Nursing Services policies, procedures, and standards of care.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient condition and initiate appropriate nursing and/or medical care in collaboration with an RN.
• Provides basic care and tasks as directed by an RN.
• Performs specific patient procedures and treatments according to Hospital policies.
• Documents care given and patient response in patient record.
• Cleans and maintains equipment and environment.
• Demonstrates knowledge and use of appropriate equipment and supplies to provide quality patient care.
• Communicates significant information and changes in patient condition to the RN.
• Actively participates as a team member. Constructively addresses patient and team issues to ensure quality patient care and a collaborative work environment.
• In collaboration with the RN, assesses patient condition and initiates appropriate nursing care according to evidence-based policies and guidelines.
• In collaboration with the RN, assists with the development of the nursing care plan. Implements the nursing plan of care as delegated by the RN.
• Acts as a liaison between members of the health care team, patient, and patient's family.
• Participates in patient/family teaching as delegated by the RN.
• Administers medications, performs diagnostic procedures, and treatments according to evidence-based policies and procedures.
• Maintains knowledge of current trends in nursing and provides evidence of clinical competency.
• Participates in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of departmental and hospital performance improvement programs.

Requirements

• Demonstrates knowledge and maintains and respects patient right to privacy by following the HIPAA Privacy and Security policies and procedures.
• Adheres to ICARE values and standards of behavior (Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence).
• Role model behaviors that value the diversity of our associates, patients, and customers and supports creating an environment that is inclusive, welcoming, and respectful.
• Communicates with patients, families, and customers using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank).
• Works in a safe manner and promptly reports any hazards identified in the work environment or related to assigned responsibilities.
• Acute care patient care experience.
• Current Michigan license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Basic life support (BLS) within 60 days of hire.
• Computer literate.
• Interpersonal skills for effective communication.
• Excellent attendance.
• Assumes responsibility for ongoing education and completion of mandatory requirements.

Schedule

Shift: Nights

Employment Details

• Status: Full-time
• Job Family: Patient Services/Nursing Support
• Facility: Sparrow Hospital
• Experience Level: Under 4 Years
• Degree Type / Education Level: Associate