GIRMC Staff LPN

Summary

GENERAL SUMMARY:

At the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Licensed Practitioners, the Staff Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) contributes to meeting patient's priority needs by assessing and participating in interdisciplinary care planning, providing delegated care and timely communication of the patient's response. Contributes to an efficient and effective work environment through activities including professional communication and documentation.

PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.

2. *Contributes to the assessment and reassessment based on the patient's presenting problems/needs in accordance with Bryan Medical Center's procedures.

3. *Communicates pertinent initial and ongoing patient data to the RN for identification of nursing priorities of care and desired outcomes/goals.

4. *Utilizes appropriate standards of care based on the patient's diagnosis and age-specific needs.

5. *Executes therapeutic and/or supportive interventions under the direction of the RN.

6. *As directed by the RN, provides education for the patient and family to meet identified patient needs according to their needs, abilities, preferences and readiness to learn.

7. *Participates in the evaluation of the patient's response to and effectiveness of interventions.

8. *Incorporates cultural considerations into the plan/delivery of care as directed by the RN.

9. *Includes family or significant others in the care of the patient as appropriate.

10. *Documents patient care and related information according to Grand Island Regional Medical Center procedures for documentation.

11. *Enters patient care orders into the computer accurately and consistently according to policy and procedure.

12. *Provides care in conjunction with other members of the interdisciplinary team.

13. *Provides close observation or one-to-one care, as directed by the RN, to prevent patients from wandering or potential injury.

14. *Contributes to the patient's transition to the next level of care.

15. *Assumes responsibility in a shared or delegated assignment and supports team member's practices through timely communication.

16. *Serves as a role model to colleagues, students and other care providers.

17. Maintains professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Graduation from a School of Practical Nursing with current licensure from the State of Nebraska or approved compact state of residence as defined by the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act. Must provide evidence of certification and/or instruction for practice area as required by State or Federal standards/regulations.

OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS:

Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required. Bryan Health recognizes American Heart Association (for healthcare professionals), American Red Cross (for healthcare professionals) and the Military Training Network.

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