Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - 8 South Acute Care Cystic Fibrosis Augusta (Part Time)

Wellstar Health System

12d

About The Position

The Licensed Practical Nurse works under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Manager and within the LPN scope of practice. The role provides direct care to patients with medical/surgical needs, including age-appropriate interventions that address physical, emotional, developmental, psychosocial, and educational needs. The LPN coordinates and delivers high-quality care, participates in call rotation and weekend visits as needed, may precept new LPN employees, and attends staff meetings, in-services, special projects, and continuing education. The posting describes the position as part-time nights, 24 hours per week (two 12-hour shifts).

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or nursing certificate.
LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) license.
BLS certification, BLS Instructor certification, or American Red Cross Basic Life Support certification is required upon hire.
Positive leadership, problem-solving, organizational, and time-management skills.
Strong assessment and clinical skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to write and follow directions to patients’ homes.
Ability to use a Windows-based computer, home health patient software, email, internet, and computer-based learning modules.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of medical/surgical nursing practice in an acute care environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Assess and assist with managing patients’ total needs in accordance with physician orders, with RN oversight and use of the nursing process.
Perform routine nursing procedures under RN supervision.
Meet established productivity standards.
Coordinate care and services with the RN and other team members.
Inform the RN, therapist, and/or clinical supervisor of changes in a patient’s condition, as appropriate.
Collaborate with the RN to develop and revise individual plans of care based on patient needs and physician orders.
Perform other duties as assigned by Home Health leadership.
Educate patients to foster self-care and support caregivers of home patients.
Report concerns affecting patient or staff safety to authorities or agency leadership.
Complete required documentation accurately and within established timeframes.
Apply regulatory guidelines appropriately.
Participate in care team conferences with coworkers.
Check the voice mailbox and secure messages at least once daily.
Participate in orientation and education of new employees and nursing students, as appropriate.
Attend continuing education and in-services as directed and needed.
Remain current in clinical knowledge for home health patient care.
Comply with Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.