Licensed Practical Nurse

Provide direct and indirect patient care in a 23-bed rural medical-surgical setting. Communicate with physicians/nurse manager/registered nurses, as appropriate about changes in patient's clinical condition including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology. Must be able to respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment and perform general nursing duties in all departments with adequate supervision. Must be able to care for PEDs, Adults, and Geriatric patients. Essential Functions Promote the mission, vision, and values of Roosevelt General Hospital. Perform patient care responsibilities considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient's age. Gather data related to the patient's physical characteristics and condition. Report to registered nurses and providers as appropriate. This includes: pediatric, geriatric and the general patient population. Ability to revise standard of care as indicated by the patient's response to treatment and evaluate overall plan daily for effectiveness. Gather data related to pain management techniques utilized. Provide information to the patient and family regarding pain management. Demonstrate ability to perform treatments and provide services within the appropriate scope of practice. Communicate appropriately and clearly to nurse manager, registered nurses , and providers Consult other departments as appropriate to provide for an interdisciplinary approach to the patient's needs. Provide care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including: pediatric, geriatric and general population. Demonstrate an ability to assist physicians with procedures and perform services requiring technical and manual skills. Demonstrate an ability to be flexible, organized, and function under stressful situations. Treat patients and their families with respect and dignity Ensure patient confidentiality. Identify and address psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and family. Function as liaison between administration, patients, physicians and other healthcare providers. Interact professionally with patient/family and involve patient/family in the formation of the plan of care. Maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments. Ensure that documentation meets current standards and policies. Identify and address psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicate with social service/discharge planner regarding both in hospital and post discharge needs. Manage and operate equipment safely and correctly. Coordinate and supervise patient care as necessary. Administer medications within the licensed practical nurse scope of practice and obtain certifications as appropriate. Gather data related to admissions and discharges within the scope of practice of licensed practical nurses and work with registered nurses to complete documentation as appropriate. Provide education to patients and caregivers in conjunction with the registered nurse. Assist patients with activities of daily living. Delegate appropriate tasks to nursing assistants within the scope of practice of licensed practical nurses and follow up as needed. Must be able to uphold and support the pillars of the RGH strategic plan which consist of quality, patient safety, employee engagement, patient experience, community, and value. Must be able to uphold and support the core values of RGH. They consist of integrity, learning, innovation, kindness, excellence and, unity.

Shift: Nights

Specialty Type: Nursing

Sub Specialties: Med-surg Adult