LPN / LPN

LICENSED PRACTICAL/VOCATIONAL NURSE JOB DESCRIPTION (CSU)Job Summary:The Licensed Practical Nurse provides services on a supplemental staffing basis to client facilities. The LPN works under the direction of a Registered Nurse and participates ni patient care within the objectives, standards, and policies of the department and within the parameters of this/her educational parameters. The LPN is expected to practice a systematic approach to patient care utilizing the nursing process in collaboration with the Registered nurse. The Licensed Practical Nurse`s role in the nursing process includes:Observes, records and reports patients` condition, symptoms, reactions and progress to the RNContributes to the nursing plan of careAssists in the implementation of the plan of careAssists in evaluating patient response by documentation and communication of evaluation data to the RNQualifications:Education: Graduation from an accredited School of Practical or Vocational Nursing with current licenseExperience: One year full time experience in the clinical area or specialty he/she requests to workCertifcation: Current CPR/BLS CertificationDuties and Responsibilities:The Licensed Practical Nurse is expected to practice safe and ethical nursing within the scope of his/her profession by the State Practice Act, understanding his/her own limitations, seeking advice and assistance when necessary. Specific duties may include, but are not limited to the following:Giver direct care based on knowledge of principles and practices of the LPNGives medications via oral, topical, subcutaneous, intradermal and intramuscular routes under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The LPN has full knowledge of actions and untoward effects of medications being dispensed.Performs activities related to I.V. Therapy according to facility policy and procedures under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.Assists physicians with patient exams, when required.Contributes to patient/family teaching based on plan of careProvides age specific care to all patientsDocuments and reports to RN any changes in patient`s conditionConsistently practices standard precautions, including hand washing, consistent use of personal protective equipment.Adheres ot facilities` policies for handling bio hazardous materialsUpdates knowledge and skills by attending continuing education opportunitiesEssential Functions:Must have working knowledge of the principles and techniques of practical/vocational nursingMust have current knowledge in caring for patients in different developmental stages throughout the life spanAbility to communicate effectively both verbally and in writingSeeks to obtain educational resources and create learning experiences to enhance and maintain current knowledge and skills for continued competence in nursingAbility to operate and handle many types of medical equipmentFrequently move/lift between 50-100 pounds, depending of assignment requirementsStand for long periods with frequent squating, twisting, bending, kneeling and reaching ot prepare equipment, material or objects for providing patient care.Sensory requirements include speech for communication, vision, smell, touch and hearing for accurate assessment of the patientManual dexterity and fine motor coordinationAbility to work in a stressful environmentConsistent attendance is required to assure that the client facilities` needs and patient needs are met.Must have the ability to follow directions/instruction from his/her supervisor.Compliance with institutional policies, procedures and practicesCompliance with Remede`s polices and to uphold Remede`s standards of nursing excellence at or client facilities