HOSPITAL LPN - FULL TIME NIGHTS

MENA REGIONAL HEALTH SYSTEM • Mena, AR

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About The Position

At the direction and control of the Nurse Manager or immediate supervision of an RN, the person holding this position provides professional patient care services. Principal Duties and Responsibilities May assess patient needs, may plan and implement patient care activities in collaboration with RN Documents on individual flow sheet and progress notes all pertinent and meaningful observations and information Responsible for adhering to established standards of nursing practice, managing supplies and equipment under the direction of the Nurse Manager Participates in computerized health information systems. Prepares reports for departmental and accounting purposes in a timely manner. Maintains nursing competencies Maintains standards required by regulatory entities Actively participate in all special events Performs other duties as assigned. May be required to work evenings, nights, and/or weekends on a regular or as needed basis.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
• Licensed in the State of Arkansas as a Practical Nurse
• Certified in BLS
• Physical requirements include, but may not be limited to: Reaching and grasping with arms and hands Proofreading and checking documents for accuracy Using a keyboard to enter or transform words or data Hearing in normal and soft tones Ability to read and understand written English words and sentences Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English words and sentences Ability to understand spoken English words and sentences Ability to communicate with others by telephone and e-mail Ability to perform duties and responsibilities promptly and with little direct supervision in planning and organizing workload Ability to judge the appropriate action in response to changes, circumstances or problems.
• Understanding, supporting and promoting the organizational values inherent in the philosophy of Mena Regional Health System
• Performing job duties in a manner which demonstrates the values of Mena Regional Health System and its commitment to customer service
• Safety Sensitive Position
• Working with confidential information
• Performing Life-threatening procedures
• Complying with Human Resources policies and procedures
• Responding to the needs of departments, personnel and Medical Staff consistent with hospital policy and objectives
• Practicing regular and punctual attendance

Nice To Haves

• One-year experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient needs
• Plan and implement patient care activities in collaboration with RN
• Document observations and information on flow sheets and progress notes
• Adhere to nursing practice standards
• Manage supplies and equipment
• Participate in computerized health information systems
• Prepare reports for departmental and accounting purposes
• Maintain nursing competencies
• Maintain standards required by regulatory entities
• Actively participate in special events
• Perform other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed