Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Annual Wellness Nurse - Georgetown Family Medicine

Mercyhealth • Georgetown, DE

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About The Position

Functions under the rules/regulations of the State of Ohio, Kentucky or Illinois Nurse Practice Act and under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. She/he provides direct patient care, special treatments, and procedures at a professional level equivalent to her/his training. She/he provides care considering the age, growth and development and specific needs of the patient population on assigned unit(s). She/he assists in providing indirect care through various clerical or administrative duties as assigned by the registered nurse. Assignments are developed based on patient need and skill of staff and in accordance with the method of nursing practiced on the specific unit, and in compliance with hospital and nursing policies, procedures and standards. Those LPN's who meet the Ohio, Kentucky or Illinois Board of Nursing's qualifications and requirements, may administer oral, intramuscular, and subcutaneous medications and limited intravenous therapy.

Requirements

• Vocational/ Technical Degree
• Specialty/Major: Licensed Practical Nursing
• OHIO: Current LPN License in the State of Ohio; BLS; IV Therapy card.
• KENTUCKY - Current Kentucky or Illinois LPN, LPNA or active Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) issued license; BLS.
• LORAIN ONLY: Three (3) to six (6) months experience required; ALL OTHER LOCATIONS: Up to a minimum of one year experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Functions within the nursing process and contributes to patient care based on Ohio (OBN) or Kentucky (KBN) Board of Nursing Practice Act.
• Contributes to the admission assessment by collecting selected clinical data, vital signs, weight and height; sets up patient room and orients patient.
• Follows goal-directed nursing care plan designed by the Registered Nurse.
• Observes, reports and documents patient's clinical status and changes in status to the Registered Nurse.
• Implements interventions within the LPN scope of practice, conducts and reinforces patient teaching/education and contributes to discharge plan and evaluation of results.
• Recognizes deterioration of patient condition collaborates with the Registered Nurse while responding with increased frequency of monitoring or seeks guidance regarding a transfer to higher level of care.
• Reinforces patient/family education and offers psycho-social/spiritual support.
• Contributes to the nursing care plan.
• Performs nursing care based on established clinical practice standards and the code of professional ethics appropriate for LPN role.
• Utilizes regulatory standards for patient care activities including Joint Commission, ODH, SHA, CMS, OBN and KBN.
• Demonstrates knowledge of hospital nursing standards and OBN or KBN regulations in delegating nursing activities to unlicensed employees.
• Reports critical values/results to the Registered Nurse for timely action, e.g. vital signs, pain, blood sugar, lab findings and EKG results.
• Complete 15-minute safety checks (Lima).
• Recognizes patients experiencing actual/potential life-threatening conditions and responds appropriately within the LPN scope of practice.
• Utilizes safe, approved medication administration practices, based on hospital and regulatory standards and certification.
• Encourages/provides opportunity for family presence and involvement at the bedside.
• Follows emergency protocols/procedures, based on LPN role and patient needs.
• Follows American Nurses Association (ANA) Code of Professional Ethics.
• Demonstrates consideration for special needs, behaviors of specific age groups across the lifespan and individuals served when providing care.
• Provides information regarding procedures and equipment to patient and/or significant other.
• Participates in performance improvement activities to improve care delivery processes, nursing quality and patient safety.
• Demonstrates knowledge of role in emergency situations.
• Assumes responsibility for attending mandatory meetings, in-services, continuing education and participating in committees as opportunities occur.
• Supports and promotes hospitals' programs for infection control, patient safety and risk management.
• Implements treatments/medications safely, per physician order and hospital policy/procedure; observes and reports patient's response.
• Report adverse patient reaction and/or unusual occurrence to Registered Nurse immediately.
• Documents care provided in timely, accurate and complete manner, using appropriate form.
• Performs clerical and supportive duties to promote efficient unit operations.
• Meets Hospital continuing education requirements, assesses own knowledge, maintains professional growth/development, participates in seminars and workshops to improve knowledge and skills.

Benefits

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
• Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees