Licensed Practical Nurse, Ortho/Neuro Unit - Variable Shifts

Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois•Janesville, WI

2d•$23 - $37

About The Position

Provides prescribed medical treatment and personal care services to patients in an inpatient setting in support of the nursing philosophy. The position works 36 hours per week on variable shifts, which may include day, evening, night, weekend, holiday, and/or on-call shifts. Performs other related duties as assigned. Work follows specific procedures and methods, with minor decisions needed to adapt to routine situations.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited LPN program; alternatively, Wisconsin applicants must have completed the portion of an RN program needed to obtain a certificate of completion in practical nursing, or Illinois applicants must have completed the designated curriculum of a Ladder Option Approved Designated RN Program.
Licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of practice.
Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a clinical setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide quality patient care by performing treatments and procedures according to established protocols.
Observe patients and report adverse reactions to medication or treatment.
Administer specified medications as permitted by policy and procedure, licensure, and the State Practice Act.
Respond safely and promptly to patient requests and report significant observations to the RN.
Understand the patient's plan of care and deliver care safely within established standards and guidelines.
Provide input to the RN when planning patient care and, under the RN's direction, assist with implementing the patient care plan.
Demonstrate knowledge of established hospital and nursing policies.
Identify emergency situations, initiate appropriate nursing measures within scope of practice, and seek assistance and direction as necessary.
Instruct patients in self-care according to the teaching plan and RN direction, and document this care.
Participate in QA & I.
Perform other related duties as assigned.