Participates in the application of the nursing process to an assigned group of patients. Demonstrates those behaviors which reflect the scientific knowledge judgment and technical skills of a Licensed Practical Nurse.
1. Performs job duties under supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse
2. Demonstrates a competent level of technical skill
3. Makes recommendations in the application of the nursing process
4. Participates in planning and administers direct patient care
5. Performs nursing procedures as defined in the nursing procedure manual
6. Administers medication as defined in nursing policy
7. Transcribes orders as necessary
8. Carries out physicians and nursing orders
9. Makes reports and records observations on assigned patients
10. Observes and reports any signs and symptoms of change in a patients condition to the appropriate person
11. Participates in health teaching to patients and families
12. Establishes an environment that promotes optimum physical and emotional comfort
13. Contributes specified data to nursing data base
High School Diploma or GED
1 year as Licensed Practical nurse preferred
Collective bargaining unit: SEIU 1199-MSBI
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