Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Orthopedics - FT - Nights

Mary Washington Healthcare•Fredericksburg, VA

4d•$29 - $41

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse provides patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and demonstrates a commitment to quality service for patients, the public, and co-workers. The role supports the RN in delivering, documenting, and coordinating care in accordance with facility policies, the LPN scope of practice, and the Department of Nursing’s mission and objectives. The LPN reinforces patient and family education but does not provide initial patient education or perform initial shift assessments.

Requirements

Licensed Practical Nurse license in the State of Virginia.
AHA BLS Provider CPR certification.
Must meet the physical qualifications of the job.
Critical thinking and analytical skills; ability to multitask, communicate effectively, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and cope with difficult situations.
Ability to tolerate irregular hours, including evenings, nights, and weekends.
Ability to meet stated physical and environmental requirements, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment when needed.

Nice To Haves

Two years of nursing experience preferred.
For LPNs working at Snowden at Fredericksburg, CPI certification is required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

Perform reassessments related to delegated interventions, excluding initial shift assessments.
Notify the supervising RN when a patient’s condition changes while providing delegated interventions.
Reinforce education provided to patients, families, and significant others, including discharge instructions; do not provide initial patient education.
Administer medications approved under MWHC policy and provide treatment interventions within the LPN scope of practice, as delegated by the supervising RN.
Document collected data, administered medications, and nursing care provided.
Collaborate with the RN to implement, evaluate, and modify patient care plans based on collected data.
Coordinate services with the health care team and contribute to continuous Performance Improvement.
Maintain a Competency Notebook and participate in educational programs and clinical experiences to enhance nursing practice.
Interact effectively with patients and families to ensure quality care.
Follow unit and Department of Nursing policies and procedures, and support hospital and department missions, goals, and objectives.
Maintain ongoing education and licensure requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned.