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Position Details:

Utilizes the nursing process to provide patient care under the supervision of person(s) licensed by a State regulatory board to prescribe medication and treatment or under the direction of a Registered Professional Nurse (RN). Maintains professional accountability for provision of patient care for the assigned patients. Coordinates the patient care in conjunction with other departments.

Involves patient and/or significant others in decisions regarding care
Assists the RN in admission and discharge process
Performs patient assessments and rounding as indicated by the patients condition or as directed by the RN
Performs patient handoffs utilizing patient safety tools both from shift-to-shift and interdepartmentally
Facilitates communication of pertinent findings including significant changes in patient condition to RN in a timely manner
Maintains effective communication through appropriate utilization of the chain of command
Communicates subjective and objective data about the patient/family and/or significant others with appropriate members of the multidisciplinary team
Collaborating with the RN evaluates patient response to care and in determining progress toward achievement of outcomes
Documents nursing interventions toward the patient/family promoting optimal health healing or dignified end of life when appropriate
Reinforces and appropriately documents the educational needs and learning abilities of the patient and/or significant others during the admission and subsequent assessments in the computerized care plan
Collaborating with the RN prioritizes care delivery according to the patients needs and unit activities
Delegates guides and directs UAPs in tasks and is responsible for the care provided according to their documented competencies
Completes hospital and required nursing competencies mandatory in-services/assignments and relevant certifications within required time frame
Stays up-to-date on unit huddles email and other unit-based communications
Participates in Process Improvement activities such as data collection in-services and meetings as appropriate and required
Additional duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:
Education: Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program; Consideration will be given for comparable education experience and successful licensure.
Licensure: Is personally responsible for obtaining and maintaining a current LPN license within the hiring state in which nursing duties are performed and must meet all State Board of Nursing requirements
Experience: Can be new or experienced LPN
Certifications: Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or successful completion of course within 30 days of hire
NOTE: one or more of the certifications below may be required based on the position/unit hired to or acquisition of certification within department required timeframe:
ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
PEARS (Pediatric Assessment Recognition and Stabilization)
S.T.A.B.L.E. (Sugar Temperature Airway Blood Pressure Lab Work And Emotional Support)
Six Assessment & Care Modules
Other unit-specific certifications as required
Physical Requirements/Demands: Stand/Walk most of the time on duty; significant amount of bending and stooping as well as lifting and turning patients with assistance; push/pull/grip up to 50 pounds
Preferred Certifications: IV Certification within 1 year of hire

Physical Requirements:

• Position requires individuals to push pull and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
• Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift.
• Position requires the ability to grip reach bend kneel twist and squat to perform duties.

Why Mercy

From day one Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical dental and vision coverage paid time off tuition support and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.

Join a caring collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy youll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation technology and compassion. As we grow youll grow with us.