Licensed Practical Nurse - Family Birth Center

*Up to $6,750 Sign-On Bonus
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Family Birth Center
0.75 - 0.90 FTE, 60 - 72 Hours a Pay Period
Nights, Hours between 6:45 pm - 7:15 am
Weekends: Every Third Weekend
Holidays: Every Third Holiday
Position Overview:
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a health care professional who provides specified services in the Family Birth Center and Medical/Surgical Department under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). The LPN is active in the nursing process and collaborates with the RN to deliver quality and safe care. The LPN has an understanding of the Nursing Practice Process including assessment by the RN, planning, implementation and evaluation of the OB/GYN/Post-Partum, and/or Medical/Surgical patient which they use while providing direct care including physical, psychological, social, spiritual and educational needs of the patient and family.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Collaborates with the RN to modify the plan of care based on the needs of the patient and reports changes in the patient's condition to the RN.
2. Keeps updated on current OB/GYN/Post-Partum, and Medical/Surgical nursing practice, medications and legal issues related to patient-based services.
3. Conforms to the Nurse Practice Act.
4. Follows recommended infection control procedures during patient contact.
5. Is constantly vigilant to the safety needs of the patient, taking necessary precautions as warranted.
6. Provides safe and effective care to patients a myriad of acutely ill medical, surgical, and pediatric patients. Recognizes abnormal conditions and initiates appropriate interventions.
7. May be required to float to the Intensive Care Unit as necessary.
8. Documents all pertinent data in the EMR. Reports malfunctioning equipment promptly and removes from patient care area to maintain a safe environment.
9. Participates in and supports continuous improvement initiatives.
10. Acts as a resource to students.
11. Answers patient call lights and addresses patient needs.
12. Other job duties as assigned.

Essential Skills and Experience:

1. Associates Degree in Nursing
2. LPN License in Minnesota
3. BLS Certification
4. PEARS
5. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training will be provided with recertification required every two years
6. Trauma Training is completed in house and needs to be completed by end of orientation
7. Verbalizes role in public address codes
8. Basic computer skills: Microsoft Word and Outlook. Patient Information Database (Cerner)

Internal Applicant Policy:
It is the policy of Winona Health to work with employees in an equitable fashion regarding promotions, transfers, and position reclassifications.
Any employee wishing to apply for another available position at Winona Health must submit an application for consideration through the internal application portal. Employees requesting to change positions should have successfully completed at least six (6) months in their current position. Employees currently in the formal disciplinary process may be required to meet with the Director of Human Resources to determine eligibility to request transfer. The employee's past performance, experience, training and qualifications will be considered in transfer/hiring decisions. Consideration for transfer or promotion is not a guarantee of transfer or promotion. Employees may be given a chance to interview for a position when they meet the minimum position qualifications.
Disclaimer:
Winona Health is an equal opportunity employer. Winona Health does not refuse to hire, discharge, or discriminate against a person with respect to tenure, compensation, terms, upgrading, conditions, facilities, or privileges of employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, membership in a local discrimination commission, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis of discrimination under applicable local, state, or federal law. Winona Health does not tolerate retaliation against any employee, patient/resident, physician, or other individuals pursuing concerns regarding Civil Rights issues. Winona Health adheres to ALL pertinent governmental policies and legislation including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII, as amended, and the Minnesota Human Rights Act.