LPN - Forrest General Hospital

Job Summary:

The Nursing Med Surg Nurse renders nursing care and related assistance to Med Surg Department and Swing Bed patients, with patient-centered care being a primary responsibility. The LPN shall assist the RN in the implementation of the nursing process by providing direct patient care as evidenced, but not limited to, documentation, direct observation, and patient evaluations. Knows and supports the philosophy and objectives of the Med Surg and Swing Bed Departments. Works under the direction of the Patient Care Coordinator and staff RN and is ultimately accountable and responsible to the Nurse Director. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served; also demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age specific needs, and to provide the care needed

Performance Expectations:

• Utilizes he/shes critical thinking abilities and when to alert PCC, staff RN, MD/NP
• Possess the ability to tolerate physically demanding task of moving equipment and patients utilizing safety measures for both yourself and/or the patient.
• Is competent in patient interventions as evidenced by safe administration of medications, treatments, procedures, infection control, and addressing changes in status to safely care for patients
• Possess the ability to document required patient encounters in the EMR. Is competent to access and utilize the EMR for the provision of patient care
• Monitors and demonstrates the ability to provide 1:1 monitoring for suicide precaution, restraint use, de-escalation and peaceful interventions as well as proper documentation.
• Exhibits the ability to assist with set up and maintenance for sterile field during procedures.
• Able to provide insertion and removal of a peripheral IV in accordance with standards, policies and procedures within the scope of LPN.
• Possess the ability to collect evidence, following all state, federal and/or hospital regulations.
• Able to safely utilize equipment including, but not limited to V/S machine, defibrillator, manual and automated blood pressure devices, glucometer, Portable and wall suction devices, Pure wick setup, Accu-Check, SCD pumps, Patient warmer, Central Station Monitors, Telepack portable monitors, patient beds, Omni-cell, Cisco IP Phones, Responder Call Light System, fax, printer, scanner and the label maker
• Is proficient of EKG strip interpretation and recognizing lethal arrhythmias after taking the Telemetry Course
• Utilizes knowledge of age specific needs of patients, from pediatric to adult in performance of duties and responsibilities
• Take pictures of wounds on admission and update as needed

Qualifications:

Education/Skills

Graduate of a recognized non-online LPN program required. Must complete education on EKG Rhythm Interpretation training in orientation

Work Experience:

Medical-surgical experience preferred, not required.

Certification/Licensure-DUE UPON HIRE

• Licensed RN able to practice within the State of MS

• IV Certification

Additional Certification/Licensure - Obtained based on required timeframe below

• Basic Life Support

Within 30 Days of Employment

Required

• Telemetry Nurse Education

Within 30 Days of Employment

Required

Mental Demands:

Ability to critically think and perform tasks quickly, cooperate with others, take orders and follow directions precisely, demonstrate initiative,understands emotional stress of patients, families, and other staff during emergency or crisis situations, understands and utilizes appropriate coping mechanisms in dealing with death and dying.

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