Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)- 4W Trauma- Augusta- PT

2310 AU Medical Center, Inc.•Augusta, GA

About The Position

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives. Work Shift Various (United States of America)

Requirements

Required Minimum Education:
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s):
All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.
Additional License(s) and Certification(s):
Required Minimum Experience:
Minimum 1 year medical/surgical nursing practice in an acute care environment Preferred
Required Minimum Skills:

Nice To Haves

Minimum 1 year medical/surgical nursing practice in an acute care environment Preferred

Responsibilities

DIRECT PATIENT CARE Assess and assist with managing patients total needs following physician orders with RN oversight and utilization of nursing process
Performs routine nursing procedures to meet the need of the patient under the supervision of RN
Meets established productivity standards
COORDINATION OF SERVICES FOR EPISODE OF CARE Coordinates care and services with RN and other team members
Informs RN, therapist, and/or clinical supervisor of changes in patients condition, as appropriate
Collaborates with RN to develop and revise individual plan of care based on patient need and physician order
Perform other duties as assigned by Home Health leadership
PATIENT / CAREGIVER EDUCATION Serves as patient educator to foster self care or caregiver support for the home patient
Be aware and report concerns to authorities or agency leadership on any issues that affect patient or staff safety
COMMUNICATION AND DOCUMENTATION Responsible for accurate completion of required documentation within established timeframe.
Demonstrates knowledge and appropriate application of regulatory guidelines
Participates in care team conferences with co-workers
Responsible for checking voice mail box and secure messaging a minimum of once daily.
STAFF EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT Participates in the orientation and education of new employees and nursing students as appropriate
Responsible for attending continuing education and in-services as directed and needed
Accepts responsibility to remain current in clinical knowledge for the care of the home health patient
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.