LPN - Medical Surgical Observation

Saint Francis Health System•Muskogee, OK

About The Position

The LPN administers nursing care to an assigned group of patients based on physician orders, the nursing care plan, and the Oklahoma Board of Nursing Scope of Practice. The role consults with a registered nurse to plan patient care and performs direct and indirect patient care duties, including data collection. The LPN gathers data, implements and evaluates care, documents the nursing process and patient progress, supports patient education and discharge planning, and makes appropriate referrals. The role performs nursing skills appropriate to the patient population and considers each patient's age, cultural background, and bio-psychosocial needs. Work is carried out under general supervisor instructions, including non-routine procedures in changing conditions. The position is based in 2 South Observation at the Muskogee Campus.

Requirements

Completion of the prescribed curriculum of a practical nursing program, or equivalent coursework approved and verified by a state board of nursing, with a diploma or certificate.
Valid multi-state or State of Oklahoma Licensed Practical Nurse license.
Working knowledge of general disease state management processes, the bio-psychosocial model, and clinical pathways.
Effective interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
Ability to organize and prioritize work effectively and efficiently.
Ability to be detail-oriented when examining clinical and numerical data.
IV therapy medication administration as guided by hospital policy.

Responsibilities

Administer nursing care to an assigned group of patients according to physician orders, the nursing care plan, and the Oklahoma Board of Nursing Scope of Practice.
Perform direct and indirect patient care duties, including data collection and nursing skills appropriate to the patient population.
Gather data, implement care, and evaluate patient outcomes.
Consult with a registered nurse to plan patient care.
Take and accurately note physician orders.
Document data and the nursing process clearly, consistently, and accurately in appropriate records.
Address patient problems and progress toward outcomes.
Facilitate patient teaching and implement discharge planning.
Make appropriate referrals and follow the plan of care while considering patient age and cultural and psychosocial factors.
Support unit and hospital goals through performance improvement and educational activities.
Attend mandatory in-services and meet unit education standards.
Complete variance reports accurately.
Modify behaviors or performance to comply with care standards and unit requirements.