LPN - Hospital - Prov 11th Floor - Providence Hospital

USA Health•Mobile, AL

18h•Onsite

About The Position

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education, and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists, and researchers provides the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics, and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall well-being of our community.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing meeting the minimum standards set by the State of Alabama Required
LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - State Licensure - Current Alabama Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license or current Multi-State LPN License in accordance with the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) for Alabama Upon Hire Required
Basic Life Support (BLS) issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). within 30 Days Required
NIH_STROKE NIH_STROKE Completion of health stream modules and required test provided upon hire within 30 Days Required
Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks required.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
General skills and ability to perform all tasks and responsibilities relevant to the duties of
Ability to work independently and multi-task
Strong organizational skills, detail orientated
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to operate both independently and as part of a team in a productive and efficient manner with proper time management skills
Ability to follow direction and criteria to make interpretations and decisions.
Ability to handle a variety of tasks on a variety of projects simultaneously.
Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents.
Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems.
Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Actively looking for ways to help people.
Teaching others how to do something.
Managing one's own time and the time of others.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
Physical ability to lift and move patients as necessary.
Ability to work with elderly and disabled patients with compassion and empathy.
Ability to understand and safeguard the welfare of others
Ability to form productive and respectful relationships with patients, peers/colleagues, supervisors, and professionals from other disciplines
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
Working knowledge of infection control procedures and safety precautions
Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
Ability to work well within a team and follow directions from supervisors
Ability to remain calm in stressful situations.
Demonstrate the ability to act as a patient advocate.
Embraces change and lifelong learning, taking personal accountability to seek out experiences that promote personal and professional growth in order to advance skills and competence.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced and high-stress environment while demonstrating well-developed interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and clearly with the medical staff, patients, families, and visitors.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Nice To Haves

Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.

Responsibilities

Perform focused patient assessments within scope of practice
Monitor and document vital signs, pain, intake/output, and clinical changes
Provide basic nursing care (bathing, toileting, repositioning, ambulation)
Assist with activities of daily living (ADL's)
Reinforce patient comfort and safety measures (fall precautions, skin integrity)
Administer oral, topical, subcutaneous, and intramuscular medications within scope of practice
May administer IV medications/fluids after completion of mandatory IV class offered during orientation
Perform wound care (dressing changes, sterile technique).
Carry out ordered treatments (catheter care, suctioning, tube feedings)
Observe for changes in patient condition
Report abnormal findings promptly to the RN and or provider
Document accurately in the EMR
Participate in early recognition of deterioration (sepsis, stroke symptoms)
Actively participate in Code Blue and Rapid Responses on unit as needed
Collaborate with RNs, CNAs, physicians, therapists, and case managers
Communicate effectively with patients, family, RNs, LPNs, providers, ancillary, CNAs and case management
Collaborate with RNs, CNAs, physicians, therapists, and case managers to meet patient care needs
Implement components of the nursing care plan developed by the RN
Delegating task to CNA's when appropriate
Participate in shift reports, bedside handoff, and huddles
Reinforce education provided by the RN or provider
Inform patient on medications being administered and related side effects
Maintain timely, accurate, and complete documentation
Ensure all care aligns with the State Nurse Practice Act, Facility policies, and Regulatory standards (Joint Commission)
Understand that documentation is a legal record of care and maintains HIPPA and patient confidentiality
Adhere to standard and transmission-based precautions per infection control policies
Perform hand hygiene and PPE use
Monitor for and help prevent hospital acquired conditions
Support patient safety goals aligned with quality measures
Assist with room preparation for new admissions and keeping patient rooms tidy throughout shift
Assist with specimen collections as ordered (urine, stool, sputum, and wound cultures)
Contribute to workflow efficiency in high-acuity environments
Assist with postmortem care when required.
Assist with patient transport (discharge area, etc.)
Support organizations quality outcomes and patient experience measures
Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements
Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards
Regular and prompt attendance
Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required
Related duties as assigned