LPN Inpatient - Pulmonary

LPN Inpatient - Pulmonary

The LPN (inpatient) practices practical nursing within the parameters set forth in Carilion Clinic's Plans for the Provision of Patient Care and functions under the direction of a registered nurse or physician. Partners with the RN in collecting data, planning, implementing and evaluating patient / resident care.

The LPN (inpatient) participates in the nursing process for patients of all ages served. Communicates frequently with team members, ancillary departments and physicians. Contributes to the development of the patient / resident database and interdisciplinary plan of care. Identifies patient / resident / family / caregiver educational needs, incorporates education into plan of care and documents. Applies knowledge of growth and development to appropriately care for patients / residents. Implements prescribed therapeutic treatment plans and procedures. Administers prescribed medication to patients / residents. Advocates for patients, protector of patients rights, and provider of psychological / social / cultural support. Contributes to Carilion's performance improvement activities and supports service area / facility / organization initiatives. Contributes to the orientation and career development of others. May assign tasks as needed.

Education : Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing. Experience : None. Licensure, certification, and / or registration : Licensed to practice practical nursing in the state of Virginia.

In Psychiatry and Behavioral Health : de-escalation training must be successfully completed within four months of hire and then maintained going forward. Other minimum qualifications : Experience and licensure / certification requirements may vary by department. Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development, possesses the ability to collect data reflective of the patients status, interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patients requirements relative to his or her age and specific needs, and provides the care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

This job description is only meant to be a representative summary of the major responsibilities and accountabilities performed by the incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.