Licensed Practical Nurse, Med/Surg, PRN

JOB DESCRIPTION:Knows and applies current Nursing Theory appropriate to the age and/or developmental status of patients served; adheres to the Kansas Nurse Practice Act; adheres to national, regional, and hospital Standards of Care and Practice to deliver care; utilizes principles of Strategic Quality Management and continuous Performance Improvement; maintains a safe environment of care; upon delegation and under the supervision of the Licensed Practical Nurse, collects data and performs patient care interventions; contributes to a collaborative practice with other disciplines; and behaves and practices in a manner consistent with the mission and objectives of Amberwell Healthcare.JOB QUALIFICATIONS:EducationVocational/ TechnicalKansas LPN licenseBLSExperienceLess than one yearSkillsOrganizationalVerbalInterpersonalCustomer RelationsMathematicalAnalyticalGrammar/SpellingRead/Comprehend written instructionsFollow verbal instructionsComputer: MeditechAge of Patients ServedNeonate/Infant (birth-1 year)Child/Ped (1-11 years)Adolescent (12-17 years)Adult (18-64 years)Geriatric ( 65+ years)Mental and Emotional RequirementsManage stress appropriatelyMake decisions under pressureManage anger/fear/hostility/violence of others appropriatelyHandle multiple prioritiesWork aloneWork in areas that are confined and/or crowdedWorking ConditionsExposure to communicable diseasesExposure to blood and/or body fluidsCRT (computer) monitorPhysical RequirementsMedium work- Exert up to 50 lbs. force occasionally, and/or up to 10 lbs. constantlyStand for 2-4 hours per daySit for 2-3 hours per dayWalk for 5-6 hours per dayPerform repetitive tasks/motionsDistinguish colorsHear alarms/telephone/tape recorder/normal speaking voiceHave good manual dexterityHave good eye/hand/foot coordinationHave clarity of vision: Mid (>20=-Gloves