LPN, 2 Medical FT Days

Baptist Health•Homewood, AL

17d•Onsite

About The Position

Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital is a 595-bed acute-care hospital serving the Homewood community in Birmingham, Alabama. It offers a comprehensive range of services including emergency care, cardiovascular care, bariatrics, orthopedics and rehabilitation, surgical services, and psychiatric care. The hospital holds certifications as a Primary Stroke Center and its bariatric program is accredited by MBSAQIP. The Women’s Medical Center provides specialized women's services, and the Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) has advanced certification in Perinatal Care. As part of the Orlando Health system, Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital is committed to providing professional and compassionate care. Orlando Health offers benefits that extend beyond the expected, with education programs and well-being services available from day one. Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital provides competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package. The LPN on the general medicine unit will provide and document individualized patient care, including evaluation, education, medication administration, IV therapy, treatments, and patient safety under the direction of an RN or provider. The general medicine unit is a 24-bed unit with a 6:1 nurse-to-patient ratio, offering the opportunity to care for a variety of acute care patients with diverse disease processes. The unit fosters a dynamic, team-oriented environment that supports professional growth.

Requirements

Nursing School Graduate
Current nursing license in the State of Alabama renewed every two years.
Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
None

Responsibilities

Demonstrates competency in advanced practical nursing skills and use of patient care/unit equipment as defined by unit specific requisite skills.
Communicates appropriate information regarding the patient’s condition to the RN and other members of the healthcare team.
Assists RN or provider during examinations and procedures.
Documents patient data, and patient education according to Baptist Health and department specific guidelines.
Able to perform triage functions, including assessing the patient and determining next step in care, working in collaboration as directed by the department nursing team or provider(s).
Appropriately administer oral and injectable medications or immunizations per LPN scope and as directed by a provider.
Maintains a safe and caring environment for both patient and family.
Assumes an active role in keeping informed about changes in hospital policy, procedure, and equipment.
Participates in nursing PI activities as assigned.
Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patient rights, and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on the assigned unit.
Demonstrates the ability to assess data reflective of the patient’s status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient’s requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit’s/area’s/department’s policies and procedures.
Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Baptist Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health policies and procedures.
Demonstrates through clinical practice a clear understanding of aseptic technique and has a working knowledge of the specialized equipment and supplies utilized by the Anesthesiologist/CRNA/SRNA.
Demonstrates knowledge of standards and recommended practices for the perioperative setting. Shares own knowledge with colleagues.
Provides anesthesia equipment and supplies based on identified needs in a timely, efficient, and safe manner.
Assists anesthesia personnel with the administration of general, spinal, and regional anesthesia.
Sets up all invasive monitoring lines as requested by anesthesia personnel. Under the direction of the Anesthesiologist/CRNA/SRNA, runs point of care labs and diagnostics, completing all required Point Of Care (P.O.C.) documentation.
Works closely with anesthesia staff during anesthesia emergencies and trauma cases; assisting with preparation of the O.R. suite, line placement, handling of blood and lab draws and patient positioning for procedure.
Troubleshoots and cares for all equipment used in the delivery of anesthesia care.
Receives, sorts, decontaminates, and cleans reusable anesthesia equipment.
Maintains and insures adequate inventory levels of anesthesia supplies in departmental service areas.
Assists with positioning the patient according to operating room policy and procedure, and transport post-operatively to the PACU or unit in a safe and caring manner for the patient.
Communicates appropriate information regarding the patient condition to the Anesthesiologist/CRNA/SRNA and other members of healthcare team.
Contributes to the department’s effectiveness by reporting to duty on time, adhering to policy concerning break and lunch, and completing assigned duties in a efficient, effective, and timely manner.
The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span.
Practices efficient use of supplies.
Maintains a clean, safe, and organized unit.