LPN Senior Care Unit (NIGHTS)

Position Summary : The LPN should have knowledge and skills necessary to function within his / her role using the nursing process. Functions under the RN to participate in assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care. Should demonstrate effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills. Should participate in continuing education and professional development activities. This is SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITION.

JOB SPECIFIC CRITERIA :

• Receive report before giving care.
• Makes rounds on patients and assesses appropriately for the following as applicable : Cardiovascular status, Respiratory status, Appropriate status,I & O, Special equipment-IV's NG, foley, etc., Special Needs.
• Admit new patients and assist in performing initial assessment.
• Check medical record for physician orders and results of diagnostic studies.
• Prepare appropriately for medication administration : Research medication; Aware of patient vital signs, telemetry pattern; Aware of lab results, i.e. K+levels, BUN, CR, theophlline levels, digoxin levels, blood sugar as related to ordered medications; Assess patient's need for pain medication on rounds and alert care giver; Assess IV sites and need changes, note rate and tubing dates.
• Perform nursing skills according to skills check list and return demonstration.

PLANNING AND ORGANIZATION :

IMPLEMENTATION OF CARE :

EVALUATION AND NURSING COMMUNICATION :

Properly chart medications to include :

Utilize and document nursing care according to nursing process :

Skills Check List : Demonstrate proficiency in the following areas :

COMMUNICATION :

Job Qualifications

Education / Licenses

Graduate of an accredited Vocational-Technical School and current State licensure which is renewed every two years.

Must possess current CPR certification which is renewed annually.