LPN - Acute Rehabilitation Unit
Position Function: The Licensed Practical Nurse functions as an integral part of the patient care team by providing and being accountable for direct patient care under the supervision of the registered nurse. The LPN III role includes IV therapy and reflects the full scope of the practice as outlined in the 1990 and future revisions / additions of the PA Practical Nurse Law. Included is recognition and treatment of the physical and psychosocial changes unique to the age/population group served on the specific unit.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Job Class Specifics
1. Responds appropriately to emergency situations.
2. Accurately transcribes physician’s orders within scope of practice.
3. Completes chart check to ensure no missed orders.
4. Demonstrates therapeutic communication skills.
5. Demonstrates involvement in unit by attending 50% of staff/committee meetings and in-services for area.
6. Demonstrates ability to communicate pertinent information to the Registered Nurse.
7. Acts as a resource person regarding patient care, specialty area, orientation and teaching of staff.
8. Assumes responsibility and accountability for assisting in the completion of patient admission and documentation throughout hospitalization.
9. Collects data, identifies priority problems and documents on the Plan of Care in PCS.
10. Effective problem-solving skills related to patient status.
11. Identifies critical factors evidencing changes in patient condition and responds appropriately and reports to the Registered Nurse.
12. Collaborates with the Registered Nurse to Identify and initiate appropriate interventions to deal with problems/needs/education.
13. Initiates and maintains Intravenous Therapy according to IV standards.
14. Safely administers medications within the practice setting.
15. Utilizes proper body mechanics to prevent injury to self or others. Safely positions, transfers & transports patients.
16. Functions as a virtual nurse as assigned which includes, but is not limited to, admissions, discharges, education, documentation through a virtual platform and working collaboratively with the bedside nursing staff.
Qualifications and Standards
Education: A. Graduate of an accredited School of Practical / Vocational Nursing required. B. Evidence of participation in educational programs to update and maintain current knowledge and clinical skills. For Emergency Department, successful completion of EKG class with minimum score of 80% required within 6 months of hire.
Experience: Experience applying customer service behaviors and communication skills required.
Previous nursing experience in specialty area preferred.
Cath Lab: Critical Care and/or Emergency Room experienced required. Diagnostic and Interventional Cardiac Cath Lab experience preferred.
Emergency Department: Emergency Department and/or Urgent Care experience preferred.
Certifications/Licensure: Eligible for / or currently licensed as a Practical Nurse in Pennsylvania. CPR certification required.
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