Licensed Practical Nurse - Nights

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary

Following established policies and procedures, renders safe, professional nursing care which includes delivering care for neonatal, pediatric and / or adolescent patients with a wide variety of medical conditions. Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care under the supervision of person(s) licensed by a State regulatory board to prescribe medication and treatment, or under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse (RN). Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments and maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information. Protects patients, visitors, and employees by adhering to infection control policies and protocols. Responsible for performing job duties in accordance with the policies and mission of Ranken Jordan Pediatric Bridge Hospital.

Full time schedule : 3, 12 hour shifts and every third weekend

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assessment : Performs and documents ongoing assessment according to policy and procedure. Demonstrates skills of a knowledgeable practitioner and able to recognize differences between normal vs abnormal physiological and emotional behavior and to effectively communicate any deviations to the medical staff. Continually alert to changes in patient’s condition, attention to details, uses initiative and sound judgment, interacts with tact and kindness toward patients and visitors and applies nursing principles and technique. Performs duties with a high degree of accuracy when recognizing symptoms, following orders, and initiating and documenting nursing care measures within scope of practice for LPN.
• Communication : Uses clear, and concise documentation of information in the medical record. Provides clear and concise report with pertinent history for a smooth transition of care from shift to shift and discipline to discipline. Always maintains strict confidentiality regarding patients and other confidential in-formation. Provides the patient and family information regarding care, condition changes. Consistently creates and contributes to a positive work environment through attitude, ability to work with others and the ability to communicate clearly and concisely.
• Planning : Plans and organizes workload, setting priorities for optimal patient care. Collaborates with the medical team to review and evaluate the plan of care on an ongoing basis. Teaches patient, family, or caregivers how to successfully meet patient’s health care needs, realizing any cultural diversities or educational barriers. May participate in multidisciplinary patient care conferences.
• Professionalism : Functions within guidelines set forth by the State Nursing Practice Act, nursing department and hospital. Represents nursing at Ranken Jordan in a professional manner through communication and appearance. May participate in patient transport as directed. Advocates and provides support for patients during physician visits, clinic visits and emergency visits to the hospital.
• Safety : Strives to deliver patient care in the safest manner possible. Follows Ranken Jordan Policy regarding hand hygiene. Administers patient medications correctly following medical staff orders.
• Education : Attends in service educational opportunities when available.
• All other duties as assigned : by the Nurse Manager, Director of Nursing, and Chief Nursing Officer.

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