PRN Licensed Practical Nurse - Same Day Services

WellSpan Health•Chambersburg, PA

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse is an integral member of the patient care team, providing and being accountable for direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. The LPN III role includes IV therapy and reflects the full scope of practice outlined in the Pennsylvania Practical Nurse Law. The role includes recognizing and responding to physical and psychosocial changes specific to the age and population served. In perioperative services, the LPN supports the mission, vision, and values of the department and WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital. Duties include supporting patient care before, during, and after procedures; assisting the surgical team; maintaining aseptic technique; preparing and monitoring rooms and supplies; and documenting care. The LPN may also function as a virtual nurse when assigned, collaborating with bedside nursing staff through a virtual platform.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Practical/Vocational Nursing.
Evidence of participation in educational programs to maintain current knowledge and clinical skills.
Experience applying customer service behaviors and communication skills.
Eligible for or currently licensed as a Practical Nurse in Pennsylvania.
Current CPR certification.
For Emergency Department assignments, successful completion of an EKG class with a minimum score of 80% within six months of hire.
For Cath Lab assignments, critical care and/or emergency room experience is required.

Nice To Haves

Previous nursing experience in the specialty area.
For Cath Lab assignments, Diagnostic and Interventional Cardiac Cath Lab experience.
For Emergency Department assignments, Emergency Department and/or Urgent Care experience.

Responsibilities

Respond appropriately to emergency situations.
Accurately transcribe physician orders within scope of practice and check charts to ensure no orders are missed.
Demonstrate therapeutic communication and communicate pertinent information to the registered nurse.
Attend at least 50% of staff or committee meetings and area in-services.
Act as a resource for patient care and the specialty area, including orientation and staff teaching.
Assist with patient admissions and documentation throughout hospitalization.
Collect data, identify priority problems, and document on the Plan of Care in PCS.
Use effective problem-solving skills related to patient status; recognize changes in condition, respond appropriately, and report them to the registered nurse.
Collaborate with the registered nurse to identify and initiate appropriate interventions for patient problems, needs, and education.
Initiate and maintain intravenous therapy according to IV standards.
Safely administer medications within the practice setting.
Use proper body mechanics and safely position, transfer, and transport patients.
Function as a virtual nurse when assigned, including admissions, discharges, education, and documentation through a virtual platform in collaboration with bedside nursing staff.
Promptly report physical, emotional, or sexual abuse and neglect to the registered nurse and/or provider.
Document interventions according to the approved departmental format.
Operate and maintain equipment used in assigned duties.
Complete and transmit 12-lead EKGs accurately.
Update medication, allergy, medical history, and social history information.
Communicate changes in patient status to appropriate individuals and meet the expected standard of care for Perioperative Services.
Administer medications as ordered under the supervision of the practicing anesthesia professional and surgeon.
Perform phlebotomy on patients of all age groups and process specimens with proper handling, labeling, and EPIC documentation.
Maintain radiation safety and use required protective devices.
Use sterile technique, open sterile supplies to the field, and clean equipment when necessary.
Assist with Endo and Pain Clinic procedures, patient follow-up phone calls, and discharge education.
Retrieve medications from the electronic medication cabinet for procedures.
Assist with operating room turnovers, identify supply locations, and prepare for next-day cases.
Prepare operating rooms for cases by setting up tables, instruments, and supplies according to case type.
Prepare rooms between procedures and after terminal cleaning, and monitor and restock supplies.
Drape patients and prepare patient skin for surgery according to hospital standards.
Assist the surgical team during procedures, including retracting tissues under direction and maintaining correct counts of instruments, sutures, and sponges.
Maintain aseptic technique and actively monitor for situations that could result in a breach.
Identify and care for specimens.