Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Departure Lounge Florence

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Departure Lounge Florence at St. Elizabeth Healthcare summary :

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides patient care under the supervision of registered nurses and physicians, administering medications and treatments while ensuring patient safety and satisfaction. This role involves maintaining accurate clinical documentation, monitoring patient responses to care, and participating in performance improvement initiatives. The LPN is also responsible for supervising and mentoring unlicensed personnel, adhering to regulatory requirements, and supporting the department's financial goals.

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Job Type : Regular

Scheduled Hours : 40

Job Summary :

The Licensed Practical Nurse, under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, licensed physician, or dentist, accepts responsibility for the administration of medication or treatments in the delivery of patient care. Demonstrates their knowledge and skill through observation, collection, intervention, and documentation of clinical data utilizing defined standards of clinical practice.

Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees regardless of cultural background.

Job Description :

• Demonstrates professional responsibility by documenting patients' response to care such as medication administration, treatment, and IV Therapy procedures in the medical record.  Observes and follows patient safety alerts, by accurately and timely entering patient information in the chart and or clinical documentation system.
• Under the direct supervision of a licensed RN, physician, or dentist, the licensed practical nurse provides clinical care to designated patients. Following the plan of care, observes and implements nursing care based on the patient’s assessed clinical needs.
• Responsible for preparing and administering medications in the prescribed dosage, route, frequency; and observing, recording, and reporting desired effects, untoward reactions, and side effects of drug therapy.
• Participates in and utilizes performance improvement to positively impact patient outcomes. Monitors and evaluates quality of care with focus on patient safety and nurse sensitive indicators by identifying areas for improvement and assists in development of action plans.
• Demonstrates knowledge of Patient Satisfaction goals and expectations to meet customer needs in a positive and professional manner.  Exhibits excellent verbal and telephone communication skills with all customers.  Adherence to Joint Commission, state and other regulatory requirements.
• Responsible for the supervising, teaching, mentoring, and delegating to unlicensed personnel based on their training and education activities relating to nursing care.
• Maintains licensure / certification and completes all mandatory CBL modules, MID, and in-service programs.
• Supports in maintaining budget(s) within established target(s) by assisting with setting priorities and appropriately allocates resources and completing charges.
• Supports the department and the organization’s financial and productivity goals.  Maintains efficient time management and through adherence to time and attendance policy and completing duties within the defined shift.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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FLSA Status : Non-Exempt

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Keywords :

Licensed Practical Nurse, LPN, patient care, medication administration, clinical documentation, patient safety, nursing supervision, performance improvement, healthcare, empathetic care