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2 months ago

Washington, Washington, D.C., United States MEDSTAR HEALTH Full time

There's a better career
waiting for you at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. We are looking for experienced and
new-to-practice Licensed Practical Nurses to join our Magnet-designated team on
our Surgical Specialties/Orthopedics & Limb Salvage Inpatient Unit.

About MedStar Georgetown
University Hospital's Surgical Specialties/Orthopedics & Limb Salvage – 6
Main
6 Main is a newly
renovated 30-bed Surgical Specialties Unit and is the largest unit at MedStar
Georgetown University Hospital. All of the rooms on 6 Main are private and
offer continuous pulse oximetry. 6 Main nurses provide exceptional
post-operative care in our fast-paced environment. Common surgical procedures
include joint replacement, spinal surgery, foot and/or ankle surgery,
urological procedures, reconstructive plastic surgery and wound management. 6
Main is notable for its collaborative interdisciplinary practice. Our licensed
practical nurses and registered nurses work closely with physicians, nurse
practitioners, physical therapists and clinical pharmacists, just to name a
few. 6 Main is often described as a "family-like environment" in
which nurses support one another and demonstrate outstanding teamwork. Clinical
expertise, teamwork and a commitment to the profession of nursing define the
nursing practice on 6 Main.

MedStar Georgetown
University Hospital is a not-for-profit, acute-care teaching and research
hospital with 609 beds located in Northwest Washington, D.C. Founded in the
Jesuit principle of cura personalis—caring for the whole person—MedStar
Georgetown is committed to offering a variety of innovative diagnostic and
treatment options within a trusting and compassionate environment.
Benefits:
Supportive Orientation in a Teaching Hospital
Competitive salaries plus differentials
20 Days of Paid Time Off per year plus personal time/holidays
Education/Tuition assistance
Relocation Reimbursement
Generous Total Rewards Benefits Package
Matched Retirement Savings Plan
Nationally renowned Wellbeing Program

Position Summary
The
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a key member of the interdisciplinary team to
deliver patient-centered acute nursing care to individuals with a variety of
medical issues or who are preparing for or recovering from surgery. The LPN as
a collaborative team member in partnership with and under the supervision of
the registered nurse.

Education
  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Bachelor's degree Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing. required or
  • completion of a pharmacology course
Experience
  • 1-2 years experience within a Rehabilitation or acute setting required or
  • New graduates considered based on student clinical experiences
Licenses and Certifications
  • LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure required and
  • CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Knowledge of principles and skills needed for practical nursing to provide patient care and treatment.
  • Knowledge of examinations, diagnostic, and treatment room procedures.
  • Knowledge of medications and their effect on patients.
  • Ability to calculate dosages as needed.
  • Skill in administering a variety of treatments and medication, as directed.
  • Ability to take vital signs and maintain records Computer skills and aptitude, and prefer previous experience with EHR systems.
  • Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions to maintain a safe work environment.
  • Good interpersonal skills to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patient, medical staff, and the public.
  • Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Organizes, prioritizes, and cares for groups of patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse.Establish effective relationships with the patient/ family to facilitate the development a patient centered care plan unique to the individuals care needs.Collaborates with other healthcare team members to implement a plan of care and education to maintain and restore health and prevent complications.Provide patient and family education about measures of health promotion, maintenance, and restoration to promote comfort.Provides direct nursing care to patients as assigned which includes collect assessment data, administration of medications, and performs activities of daily living including, among others bathing, mouth care, feeding patients, range of motion, walking patients and transporting patients, in accordance with Nursing Department/Hospital policies and proceduresPerforms sterile and non sterile treatments in accordance with Hospital policy, including but not limited to: tube feedings, ostomy care, Foley catheter insertion/care, hang/monitor/regulate IV's, TPN and site care, maintenance of drainage tubes with/without pump or suction, chest physiotherapy, dressing changes and wound care, splinting (emergency department only), oxygen administration, suctioning, and blood/glucose monitoringReports changes in patient status to the RN and members of the health care team as they occur and communicate information in verbal and written reports that describe care delivered to the patient.Collaborates with the RN on an on-going basis regarding effective nursing interventions and patient care.Provides direction and supervision of the patient care associates, demonstrates professional judgement, problem solving techniques, time-management principles, and delegates appropriately.Serve as an advocate for the patient and family.Participates in the orientation of staff members/students as designated by the Nurse Manager and participates in continuing education.Contributes to the implementation of the unit objectives and performance improvement activities.Maintains a safe and orderly patient/unit environment.Foster a healthy work environment within the practice setting and profession.Participate in self and peer review.Promote professional engagement.