Licensed Practical Nurse

3 weeks ago

Des Moines, Iowa, United States UnityPoint Health Full time
Position Overview

Licensed Practical Nurse - Powell 5 - Surgical/Neuro/Trauma/Ortho

Employment Type: Full-Time with weekend and holiday rotation

Shift: Days

Eligible for Benefits

Sign-On Bonus: $5,000 for qualifying candidates

The Powell 5 unit is a specialized 25-bed facility focusing on Neurosurgery, Trauma, and Orthopedic care for inpatients and short-term observation patients. As a vital component of the Level 1 Trauma program, we are recognized for excellence in patient care, particularly in total hip and knee replacement procedures. Our dedicated team employs a multidisciplinary approach to ensure optimal patient outcomes and safe discharge plans.

Why Choose UnityPoint Health?

  • Team Commitment: Recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare for our dedication to our staff.
  • Work Culture: At UnityPoint Health, your contributions are valued. Experience a workplace guided by strong ethical principles and a commitment to serving our community.
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Our Total Rewards program provides a variety of benefits tailored to your needs at every life stage.
  • Diversity and Inclusion: We strive to ensure every voice is heard, regardless of background.
  • Professional Development: We prioritize your growth and offer numerous opportunities for advancement.
  • Community Engagement: Play a crucial role in enhancing the health of the communities we serve.

As a valued member of the Acute Care team, the LPN operates under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, delivering patient care while fostering a supportive environment for patients and their families. This role emphasizes teamwork to ensure high-quality patient and family care through evidence-based practices. The LPN is expected to maintain a practice environment aligned with the ANA Code for Nurses and collaborate effectively with other healthcare professionals.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Excellence & Patient Care

  • Utilizes clinical knowledge and skills to care for patients with physical disabilities and chronic conditions.
  • Delivers hands-on nursing care, applying the nursing process to achieve positive patient outcomes.
  • Supports and reinforces care provided by other team members.
  • Supervises unlicensed assistive personnel, demonstrating appropriate clinical judgment and delegation.
  • Communicates effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure comprehensive care.
  • Participates in patient assessments and contributes to care planning and evaluation.
  • Collaborates with healthcare professionals to facilitate optimal recovery opportunities for patients.

Work Environment & Culture Focus: Engage in interdisciplinary patient care by collaborating with team members and utilizing available resources.

  • Analyzes clinical situations and seeks assistance as needed to meet patient needs.
  • Prioritizes tasks based on patient condition and workload changes.
  • Participates in bedside shift reports and utilizes effective communication strategies.

Performance Improvement Focus: Actively engages in data collection and analysis to enhance patient care and satisfaction.

  • Ensures care aligns with established standards and participates in quality improvement initiatives.
  • Promotes customer satisfaction through effective communication and responsiveness to patient needs.

Patient Education Focus: Tailors educational strategies to meet the diverse needs of patients and families.

  • Adapts teaching methods based on patient readiness and comprehension.
  • Ensures patient safety by adhering to established protocols and guidelines.
Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

  • Completion of an accredited licensed practical nurse program.
  • Current licensure in good standing as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to obtain within three months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in an Acute Care or Post-Acute Care setting.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and basic computer skills.

Skills and Abilities:

  • Strong communication skills in English.
  • Ability to think critically and make independent decisions.

This position may require occasional travel to other facilities and adherence to compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs.

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