Job description
Summary:
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and in compliance with established nursing procedures and policies, provides nursing care to patients within a specified unit. Prepares for and assists with procedures as required.
Education Requirement:
Graduate of an approved LPN program. Qualified by education, training or experience to work with the pediatric, adult and/or geriatric patient population as specialty assignment dictates.
Experience Requirement:
Experience in patient care as obtained through completion of a LPN program.
License/Certification Requirement:
Licensed Practical Nurse to work in the state of TN. Current BLS certification required.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Provides nursing care according to medical regimen and the nursing intervention appropriate for the patients' conditions and according to standards, policies and procedures.
- Collects key information from patient, family, laboratory, and other medical reports.
- Determines which standards of care and practice apply to the patient.
- Administers to the overall physical and emotional needs of patient.
- Demonstrates knowledge and technical, interpersonal and critical thinking skills to provide care, maintain clinical competency and meet age-specific patient needs within the unit.
- Manages the movement of patients to achieve an even flow and maximize the use of staff and provider time.
Supervision Provided by this Job:
- There are no supervisory or lead responsibilities associated with this position.
Physical Demands/Conditions:
Prolonged standing and walking; lifting, turning patients and equipment; repeated bending, squatting and stooping; exposure to infectious agents. Visual acuity is needed to assess color changes, to verify accuracy of written materials, and to administer and accurately prepare medications. Heavy Work - Exerting up to 150 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 75 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 30 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (May be further defined as "with or without assistance.")
Location: Regional One Health ยท Skilled Nursing Unit
Schedule: Full-time, Day shift, 7:00am-7:00pm
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