Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - PRN
About The Position
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides and oversees medical services for a caseload of adult inpatient patients. Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or provider, the LPN performs duties in accordance with established patient-care protocols, standards, procedures, applicable laws, and the scope of licensure. The LPN coordinates medical treatment planning with the multidisciplinary team, including development and implementation of master treatment and discharge plans, and communicates with support staff, providers, outside agencies, patients, and family members about treatment and safety issues. The role requires completing associated documentation professionally and on time. The position is PRN at Northpoint Idaho in Meridian, Idaho, with shifts as needed during days, swing, or nights. Compensation is $29–$35 per hour, plus shift differentials. PRN benefits include sick leave, employee referral bonuses, and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
Requirements
- Hold a current, active, unencumbered Licensed Practical Nurse license in the state where services are rendered.
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- Hold current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification from a nationally accredited organization.
- Have knowledge of computers and electronic medical record systems.
- Maintain applicable state licensure requirements throughout employment.
- Be able to work with a diverse population and have interpersonal skills and knowledge required to treat patients in the assigned specialty.
- Demonstrate strong personal boundaries and the ability to build rapport with patients.
- Understand and adhere to the ethical standards of the applicable licensure governing board.
- Have enthusiasm, passion for working with people, and an internal drive to improve the lives of individuals in care.
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge of the KIPU electronic medical records system.
- Excellent organizational abilities.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy.
- Patient-service orientation for both internal and external customers.
- Creative and persistent problem-solving ability.
- Ability to handle confidential material reliably.
- Ability to interact and communicate with individuals at all organizational levels.
- Strong interpersonal skills for handling sensitive situations and confidential information.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize workload in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
Responsibilities
- Interact routinely with patients, observe their behavior, and communicate significant observations to the multidisciplinary team as needed.
- Administer medications and participate in patient medication education.
- Use de-escalation skills with volatile patients to maintain the safety of patients and others.
- Provide admission, orientation, education, and discharge planning to patients, families, and others involved in treatment.
- Consult with the multidisciplinary treatment team on treatment plans and discharge planning.
- Help maintain a clean, orderly, and safe environment, and report repair or maintenance needs to appropriate staff.
- Complete patient admissions and discharges.
- Obtain vital signs, monitor symptoms, and document findings in patient records.
- Monitor patients on an ongoing basis to assess needs and facilitate medical treatment and interventions.
- Document medical assessments, diagnoses, progress notes, roundings, and treatment-planning items promptly and accurately.
- Participate in the multidisciplinary treatment team and maintain effective working relationships with employees and peers.
- Maintain professional boundaries with patients.
- Participate in facility quality assurance and compliance activities.
- Provide medical updates to utilization review and managed-care representatives to help coordinate reimbursement of treatment services.
- Follow company policies and procedures and maintain confidentiality in accordance with established policies, procedures, and standards of care.
- Perform other clinically appropriate services and special projects as assigned.
- Comply with applicable laws, regulations, licensure scope, and ethical standards of the relevant licensing board.
- Comply with HIPAA procedures and guidelines when accessing protected health information.
Benefits
- Sick leave
- Employee referral bonuses
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
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