ADULT PYSCH LPN 7p-7a
2 weeks ago
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing with a current unencumbered Nursing License in Alabama as a Licensed Practical Nurse. License maintained with timely completion of CEU's and licensure acquisition.
- A minimum of one (1) year of experience as a LPN in a healthcare facility is preferable.
- A valid and current Alabama Driver's License without felony driving convictions and access to a reliable automobile.
- Current CPR card.
- Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and implement patient care in coordination with the Team Leader and following physician orders.
- Must possess the following skills: organizational, verbal, interpersonal, customer relations, mathematical, analytical, grammar/spelling, read/comprehend written instructions, follow verbal instructions.
- Must possess the knowledge to provide age specific healthcare to pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
- Must maintain a high degree of professionalism and present a positive outlook at all times.
- Must be able to work in an area where there is a possibility of exposure to communicable diseases and to blood and to body fluid and CRT (computer) monitor
Benefits for Full-Time Staff Members
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Retirement matching
- Paid-time Off
- Competitive Salary
- Life Insurance
- Free Fitness Membership
- Flexible Spending Account
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Visual/hearing ability sufficient to comprehend written/verbal communication.
- Ability to perform tasks including physical activity which may include heavy lifting, i.e., patient from bed to wheelchair or to bedside commode, and extensive bending and standing, i.e., range of motion, dressing changes.
- Assess, distinguish, report and act upon the physical, social, developmental, and environmental needs of all patients; and the knowledge to provide age specific healthcare to patients as appropriate and necessary.
- Maintain current Alabama nursing license/certificates to reflect current and professional knowledge of the nursing process and nursing functions.
- Report any suspected violations or known violations of Corporate Compliance policies.
- Collaborate with team members as needed to assure quality patient care.
- Maintain a customer service focus within the patient care units.
- Must function independently and have personal integrity and the ability to work effectively with personnel and agencies.
- Administers all types of ordered medications in a timely manner for patients of all ages, with attention to detail, accuracy, patient safety and comfort, within the limits of the State Nursing Act and hospital policies and procedures. Safely administers IV mediation regulation flow per physician order.
- Promptly reports to the Charge Nurse and documents in the nurses notes and on the MAR any refusals or unusual happenings for any age patient. Recognizes and performs duties which need to be performed, but not directly assigned.
- Ensures restrained patients are assessed and released according to hospital policy, and restraint flow sheet is completed for all ages of patients.
- Recognizes pertinent signs and symptoms in patient condition or behavior, and accurately reports changes to the Registered Nurse for all pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
- Makes sound nursing judgments based on observation and factual information, seeking guidance and direction as necessary for performance of age specific duties, recognizing priorities in patient care for patients of all ages in accordance with basic Alabama Board of Nursing guidelines for License Practical Nurses.
- Assists in the implementation of the nursing plan of care on assigned patients of all ages.
- Cooperates in maintaining a clean, hazard-free environment for patients of all ages and the nursing staff.
- Check all new orders via the physician order sheet, including types of medications, rates of flow and knows safety precautions for patients of all ages.
- Responds to patient requests in a friendly, cooperative manner, demonstrating sensitivity to the patients' needs on an age specific basis.
- Utilizes the nursing process to give patient care in which sufficient time has been given to preparation to ensure safe practices under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Perform other duties, responsibilities and activities as may become necessary or as directed by the Division Director of PCS to accomplish the mission of the THA.
- Respond to codes/disaster calls.
Location
DEMOPOLIS, AL
Department
NURSING
Employment Type
Full-Time
Minimum Experience
Experienced
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