Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Cartersville Primary Care

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta•Cartersville, GA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of a provider or registered nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse participates in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care. The LPN provides direct patient care safely and effectively to promote quality patient outcomes and works as a member of the interdisciplinary healthcare team. In non-provider-based physician practice settings using the medical model of care, a physician, nurse practitioner, or physician assistant performs patient assessments and develops the plan of care and discharge plan; the LPN assists the provider with prescribed care and treatment. The role includes supporting age- and developmentally appropriate, patient- and family-centered care; coordinating outpatient and clinic care; communicating with patients, families, interdisciplinary staff, and community resources; facilitating telehealth care; and participating in patient education and discharge instructions as delegated. The LPN is also expected to maintain clinical competence, contribute to a safe and supportive work environment, participate in quality improvement, and meet professional education and competency requirements. The position is based at Cartersville Primary Care, 210 E Felton Rd. Work days are Monday through Friday, with variable start and end times. The listed work shift is day shift. The LPN may not document the initial inpatient admission assessment; initiate caregiver protocols other than influenza vaccine protocols; initiate blood product administration unsupervised; initiate chemotherapy infusions or administer IV-push chemotherapy; complete the initial restraint assessment; or administer code-resuscitation drugs by IV push unsupervised.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) school or program.
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of employment.
PALS or PEARS certification within one year of hire, as required by department specification.
No minimum experience required.
No minimally required knowledge, skills, or abilities.

Nice To Haves

One year of patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist licensed professionals in performing the nursing process and delivering age- and developmentally appropriate, patient- and family-centered care.
Integrate patients’ values and language preferences into care using a culturally sensitive approach.
Use clinical decision-support tools and resources to recognize issues and prioritize care.
Use appropriate documentation tools to record, measure, and retrieve healthcare data.
Provide patient and family education based on identified learning needs.
Use resources to plan and provide safe, effective, and financially responsible nursing care.
Communicate with home health agencies, third-party payors, and other community resources to coordinate patient needs.
Maintain communication with patients, families, interdisciplinary staff, and third parties to identify and resolve potential barriers.
Coordinate outpatient and clinic care and monitor patients’ care between the clinic and home.
Facilitate care through telehealth to address patient needs and concerns.
Participate in providing discharge instructions as delegated by licensed professional practitioners.
Participate in lifelong learning and incorporate new knowledge into nursing practice.
Maintain professional records evidencing competence and learning, and self-evaluate professional practice in relation to performance, development, resiliency, and goals.
Act on goals identified during performance reviews to improve practice and role performance.
Provide oversight of nursing care delivered by unlicensed personnel while retaining accountability for care quality.
Follow ethical practices and maintain therapeutic, professional relationships with appropriate role boundaries.
Contribute to a supportive and healthy work environment and coordinate care with interdisciplinary healthcare team members.
Demonstrate investment in others through teaching, coaching, and helper roles; support shared leadership by staying aware of initiatives and providing input.
Facilitate timely admission, transfer, and discharge processes to support efficient and safe patient flow.
Participate in monitoring activities to maintain a culture of safety; identify and communicate hazards and errors.
Participate in quality and process improvement activities to improve patient outcomes and workflows.
Ensure equipment is in working order for safe patient care and demonstrate commitment and flexibility during change.
Complete orientation, initial competency assessment, mandatory education, and annual competency assessments by their due dates; achieve 75% attendance at staff meetings if applicable.