Licensed Practical Nurse - Pulmonary & Nephrology Pediatric Clinic

Vanderbilt University Medical Center•Nashville, TN

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for its Pulmonary & Nephrology Pediatric Clinic in Nashville, Tennessee. VUMC is dedicated to advancing health and wellness through patient care, education, and research, fostering an environment where employees are valued, and their expertise is challenged. This role involves applying the nursing process to plan and implement patient care, including education and continuum of care planning. The LPN will effectively communicate patient information to the healthcare team, collaborate on patient goals, and evaluate progress. Professional growth is encouraged through continuous learning. The LPN will collaborate in establishing the plan of care, coordinate and implement care delivery, and anticipate patient needs. They will analyze patient information to determine nursing diagnoses, continuously evaluate patient progress, and apply interventions for effective outcomes. The role also involves employing strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Additional duties may be assigned.

Requirements

LIC-Registered Nurse - Licensure-Others
Relevant Work Experience
Graduate of an approved discipline specific program
1 year experience

Nice To Haves

Care Planning (Novice)
Nursing Patient Education (Novice)
Nursing Patient Assessment & Evaluation (Novice)
Evidence-Based Practice (Novice)

Responsibilities

Applies the nursing process to plan and implement the care of patients, including patient and family education and continuum of care planning.
Effectively communicates pertinent patient/family information to the health care team.
Collaborates in establishing patient goals and evaluates progress to ensure effective outcomes.
Furthers professional growth by engaging in learning activities according to the Board of Nursing standards.
Collaborates in establishing the plan of care, coordinates and implements care delivery while anticipating patient care needs across the continuum.
Analyzes comprehensive information pertinent to the patient's care and management to determine nursing diagnosis.
Continually utilizes the nursing process to evaluate patient's progress towards goals and applies appropriate interventions to ensure effective outcomes.
Employs strategies to promote health and a safe and healthy environment.