Licensed Practical-Vocational Nurse (Lpn/Lvn) Prn

Description

What you will do in this role:

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• Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on the age and clinical condition of the patient
  
• Performs patient care considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age;
  includes geriatric and general inpatient rehabilitation patients
  
• Under the supervision of the R.N., assists with the assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. Identifies and initiates appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions
  
• Under the supervision of the R.N., performs timely and accurate QI assessments
  
• Carry out the plan of care as indicated by the patient’s needs and response to treatment;
  evaluates overall plan daily for effectiveness;
  updates interdisciplinary care plan accordingly based on changes in patient’s condition and individual needs
  
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care
  
• Demonstrates ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management
  
• Other duties as assigned
  

Qualifications

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• Graduate of accredited licensed practical/ vocational nurse program
  
• Current state licensure as Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse
  
• CPR/BCLS certification. ACLS preferred
  
• IV Certified required or obtained within 6 months highly preferred
  
• Minimum six months’ Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care setting preferred
  
• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills