Emergency Department Licensed Practical Nurse full time 7p-7a
About The Position
Under direct supervision of the registered nurse the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Emergency setting will be responsible for supporting patient outcomes alongside other care team members. The LPN in the Emergency setting enhances the care team and supports with the delivery of care. The LPN is responsible in supporting with accurate and timely data collection for required information pertinent to the patient population. The LPN under the direct supervision of the Registered nurse, can support in ongoing monitoring/assessment of the patient in the Emergency setting. Education: Associates degree preferred, or knowledge of nursing theory and practice acquired through an accredited school of nursing Experience: One-year acute care experience preferred, or related field Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Interpersonal skills, communication (verbal and written) are required in order to instruct and comfort patients and their families and maintain effective contacts with a variety of hospital personnel and maintain appropriate/adequate documentation Ability to perform and plan professional nursing care resolving complex patient care problems and dealing with patients and their families often during stressful situations Ability to prioritize effectively Effective time management skills Licensures, Certifications: Current registration with the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Licensed Practical Nurse Healthcare Provider (CPR Certification) Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - preferred, or obtained within 9 months of hire date Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - must obtain within 1 year of hire date
Requirements
- Interpersonal skills, communication (verbal and written) are required in order to instruct and comfort patients and their families and maintain effective contacts with a variety of hospital personnel and maintain appropriate/adequate documentation
- Ability to perform and plan professional nursing care resolving complex patient care problems and dealing with patients and their families often during stressful situations
- Ability to prioritize effectively
- Effective time management skills
- Current registration with the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Licensed Practical Nurse
- Healthcare Provider (CPR Certification)
Nice To Haves
- Associates degree preferred, or knowledge of nursing theory and practice acquired through an accredited school of nursing
- One-year acute care experience preferred, or related field
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - preferred, or obtained within 9 months of hire date
Responsibilities
- Vital signs and pain assessment
- IV/Phlebotomy
- Obtain Finger stick glucose
- Working Knowledge of vascular access devices and appropriate care associated with device
- Foley insertion
- Nasogastric/Oral tube insertion
- Basic Wound Care
- 12 Lead ECG
- Initiation and Monitoring of Blood Product and IV Fluids under the discretion of the RN
- Medication Administration of PO/IM/ and SQ
- Initiation of Antibiotic therapy after review of potential risk by Registered nurse
- Collection of secondary data (Medical History, Medication Reconciliation, etc.)
- Under direct supervision of RN, perform and carry out education, including discharge
- After comprehensive assessment performed by a RN, may support with focused and/or ongoing assessment and care of patient.
- Assists in gathering data to assess the physical, psychological, social, spiritual needs of patients.
- Collaborates with the registered nurse and interdisciplinary/team members in planning for the needs of patients upon admission.
- Reviews the care plans and provides input into updating and revising.
- Supports in direct patient care to assigned patients utilizing clinical nursing skills and judgement.
- Provides education and reinforcement of education for patients and family, and documents outcome in the medical record.
- Initiates appropriate emergency measures when patient's condition dictates need.
- Administers and documents medications according to policy and procedure.
- Prepares patients for tests and procedures.
- Can appropriately delegate care to non-licensed personnel and report to the Registered nurse.
- Report to the Registered nurse with a thorough concise report on patient condition changes or evaluation of interventions.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Competitive salary and generous paid time off
- Free parking
- Monthly MTA bus pass subsidy-85% paid by GBMC "if applicable"
- Company subsidized onsite fitness and wellness center "if applicable"
- Pre-paid tuition to pursue professional development, additional certifications, and degree programs
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
- 401 (a) and 403 (b) retirement savings plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
