Licensed Practical Nurse

4 weeks ago

Durham, North Carolina, United States Duke University Full time
Job Summary

As a Licensed Practical Nurse at Duke University Health System, you will provide direct nursing care to patients under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician. Your responsibilities will include administering medications, providing special nursing care techniques, and maintaining required records.

Work Performed
  • Administer medications as prescribed by physician and employ special nursing care techniques.
  • Administer intravenous medications and fluids as directed.
  • Maintain required records.
  • Provide and document direct nursing care of assigned patients under the supervision of a registered nurse or physician.
  • Nursing care is guided by the physician orders and the nursing plan of care.
  • Patient response to care is reported to a registered nurse for evaluation, intervention, and modification of the plan of care.
  • Assist other health care personnel in the delivery of patient care.
  • Assist physicians and other nursing personnel in the performance of various diagnostic procedures.
  • Evaluate nursing care with emphasis on nursing procedures and patient responses.
  • Assist in the development and implementation of general policies and procedures to provide for the emotional and physical comfort and safety of patients.
  • Participate in maintaining the environment of care, including equipment and other material resources.
  • Participate in the identification of clinical or operational performance improvement opportunities and assist in performance improvement activities.
  • Assist with control of material resources and maintenance.
  • Assist in appraisal of effectiveness of material and equipment.
  • Report equipment malfunctions to charge nurse.
  • Participate in in-service education programs and other conferences within the service.
  • Assist in the training of new employees.
Knowledge, Skills, Education, and Experience
  • Knowledge of scope of licensed practical nurse, ability to delegate to nursing support staff.
  • Considerable knowledge of the care and treatment of patients and special procedures that apply to practical nursing.
  • Able to independently seek out resources and work collaboratively.
  • Able to communicate clearly with patients, families, visitors, healthcare team, physicians, administrators, leadership, and others.
  • Able to teach patients and families in accordance with the nursing plan of care.
  • Able to use sensory and cognitive functions to process and prioritize information, treatment, and follow-up.
  • Competent in BLS and/or other specialized life support requirements designated by work area or organization.
  • Use fine motor skills.
  • Record activities, document interventions.
  • Use computer and learn new software programs.
  • Navigate the entity to provide clinical care for patients.
  • Able to withstand prolonged standing and walking.
  • Able to remain focused and organized.
  • Knowledge of sterile techniques and special procedures that are applicable to work performed.
  • Working knowledge of procedures and techniques involved in administering routine and special treatments to patients.
  • Working knowledge of sanitation, personal hygiene, and basic health and safety precautions applicable to work in a hospital.
  • Knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions.
  • Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
  • Working knowledge and completion of appropriate JCAHO and other regulatory requirements.

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