Licensed Practical-Vocational Nurse - Hd

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Summary:
Under direct supervision of Registered Nurse, t he Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN job provides nursing care within the scope of licensure for assigned patients according to established nursing standards and hospital policies and procedures.
' Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, t he Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN administers medication, performs treatments and patient care responsibilities as prescribed.
' The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN c onsults with and keeps Registered Nurse informed of activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in the patient's condition with regard to assigned patients.
' The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN p rovides appropriate pain management techniques and educates the patient and family regarding pain management.
' The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN a dministers medication following the five rights of medication administration within scope of practice.
' The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN a ssists with the rehabilitation and treatment of patients in accordance with the medical plan of care, updates, and revises plan of care under the supervision of Registered Nurse.
' The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN a ssists physicians with examinations, treatments and special procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills as directed by the Registered Nurse.
' The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN t reats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.
' The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN i nteracts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
' The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN a ssists with admitting, discharging and transferring of patients.
' The Licensed Practical Vocational Nurse / LPN / LVN i dentifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Services/Discharge Planner regarding both in-hospital and post discharge needs.
Qualifications
Education:
Graduate of an accredited program for Licensed Vocational/Practical Nurses.
Licenses/Certification:
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse License.
BCLS Certification.
Intravenous Blood Certification preferred.
Experience:
Minimum six months prior experience in an acute care setting preferred.