Licensed Practical Nurse 3E Medical/Surgical Full-Time Nights

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Requirements Summary

Demonstrates through clinical practice a clear understanding of aseptic technique and has

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Licensed Practical NurseHealthcare Clinical

What We Offer

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✓Medical, Dental, Vision

✓403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

✓Health Savings Account (HSA)

✓Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

✓Paid Time Off (Up to 5 weeks to start)

✓Life Insurance

✓Extended Leave Plan (ELP)

✓Family Care (child care, elder care, pet care)

✓Paid Parental Leave

✓Pet Insurance

✓Car Insurance

✓Educational benefits including tuition reimbursement & monthly payments to help pay down any graduated school debt

Responsibilities

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→Demonstrates competency in advanced practical nursing skills and use of patient care/unit equipment as defined by unit specific requisite skills.
→Communicates appropriate information regarding the patient’s condition to the RN and other members of the healthcare team.
→Assists RN or provider during examinations and procedures.
→Documents patient data, and patient education according to Baptist Health and department specific guidelines.
→Able to perform triage functions, including assessing the patient and determining next step in care, working in collaboration as directed by the department nursing team or provider(s).
→Appropriately administer oral and injectable medications or immunizations per LPN scope and as directed by a provider.
→Maintains a safe and caring environment for both patient and family.
→Assumes an active role in keeping informed about changes in hospital policy, procedure, and equipment.
→Participates in nursing PI activities as assigned.
→Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patient rights, and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies.
→Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on the assigned unit.
→Demonstrates the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit’s/area’s/department’s policies and procedures.
→Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Baptist Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
→Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health policies and procedures.
→For Perioperative Anesthesia:
→Demonstrates through clinical practice a clear understanding of aseptic technique and has a working knowledge of the specialized equipment and supplies utilized by the Anesthesiologist/CRNA/SRNA.
→Demonstrates knowledge of standards and recommended practices for the perioperative setting. Shares own knowledge with colleagues.
→Provides anesthesia equipment and supplies based on identified needs in a timely, efficient, and safe manner.
→Assists anesthesia personnel with the administration of general, spinal, and regional anesthesia.
→Sets up all invasive monitoring lines as requested by anesthesia personnel. Under the direction of the Anesthesiologist/CRNA/SRNA, runs point of care labs and diagnostics, completing all required Point Of Care (P.O.C.) documentation.
→Works closely with anesthesia staff during anesthesia emergencies and trauma cases; assisting with preparation of the O.R. suite, line placement, handling of blood and lab draws and patient positioning for procedure.
→Troubleshoots and cares for all equipment used in the delivery of anesthesia care.
→Receives, sorts, decontaminates, and cleans reusable anesthesia equipment.
→Maintains and insures adequate inventory levels of anesthesia supplies in departmental service areas.
→Assists with positioning the patient according to operating room policy and procedure, and transport post-operatively to the PACU or unit in a safe and caring manner for the patient.
→Communicates appropriate information regarding the patient condition to the Anesthesiologist/CRNA/SRNA and other members of healthcare team.
→Contributes to the department’s effectiveness by reporting to duty on time, adhering to policy concerning break and lunch, and completing assigned duties in an efficient, effective, and timely manner.
→The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
→Practices efficient use of supplies.
→Maintains a clean, safe, and organized unit.