Licensed Practical Nurse/Paramedic - Baptist Emergency Department - Nights

Baptist Health Care•Pensacola, FL

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse/Paramedic performs selected nursing acts in the care of ill, injured, or infirm patients under the direction of a registered nurse. The role provides nursing care in accordance with departmental and hospital policies and procedures and functions as the department unit coordinator. Under RN direction and supervision, the role assesses patient and family needs and implements the medical plan of care, nursing interventions, and procedures. It documents care, communicates and transcribes orders, supports patient transfers and discharges, and ensures that required unit supplies and services are obtained. The employee maintains current knowledge, certifications, and licensure. For LPNs, IV therapy certification is required. Specified IV therapies and IV pushes may be performed only under the direct supervision of an RN or physician, with exceptions for heparin and saline flushes. LPNs in the Emergency Department may not administer antiarrhythmic medications or medicate patients for conscious sedation procedures.

Requirements

Technical diploma/certificate in practical nursing or paramedic training.
Licensed Practical Nurse or Paramedic license from Florida or an eligible compact state, required upon hire.
BLS for Healthcare Providers certification from the American Heart Association, required upon hire.
National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale (NIH) credential within 90 days.
ACLS Provider certification from the American Heart Association within one year.
CPI within 90 days.
Demonstrated proficiency in acute care nursing knowledge and skills.
Superior multitasking, prioritizing, and organizational skills.
For LPNs, completion of IV therapy certification is required.

Responsibilities

Assess patient and family needs under the direction and supervision of an RN.
Implement the medical plan of care, nursing interventions, and procedures using appropriate skills and judgment.
Maintain accurate, current documentation of nursing care to support the healthcare team and quality care.
Operate the order communication system and use a computer to enter orders.
Transcribe physician orders accurately according to hospital policy and procedures.
Follow the process for patient transfer and/or discharge.
Ensure necessary supplies and services are ordered and obtained for the unit.
Maintain current knowledge, certification, and licensure.
For LPNs, perform specified IV therapies and IV pushes only under direct supervision of an RN or physician, subject to stated exceptions and restrictions.
Reassess identified problems, care provided, and patient responses to meet patient and family needs and support quality care.