LPN - Acute Care

Memorial Health • Lincoln, IL

1d • $25 - $39

About The Position

Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Physician, The LPN-Acute Care assists in the delivery of care to patients within the Acute Care Unit. Provides age appropriate patient care. Full-Time Overnights.

Requirements

• Current LPN license in the State of Illinois required.
• Healthcare Provider or Instructor BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care to patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Licensed Physician.
• Assists in executing physician orders as directed.
• Documents care given in computerized medical record according to policies and procedures.
• Evaluates patient progress toward attainment of goals, revising plan of care when indicated.
• Builds teamwork while delivering care to patients.
• Maintains open, effective communication with other members of the patient care team re: patient status and all aspects of care.
• Documents patient care according to policies and procedures.
• Assists in assuring all equipment and supplies are present in adequate volumes and working order.
• Precepts new nursing employees and/or nursing students.
• Identifies & resolves safety risks.
• Participates in continuous quality improvement, periodic review of policies, procedures and pre-printed physicians orders.
• Assists in identifying and resolving patient care problems or process related issues on the unit and between departments.
• Assists with educational activities for other staff on the nursing unit.
• Performs other related work as required or requested.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees