LPN, Scranton Transitional Rehab Unit (PT, Evenings)
About The Position
GENERAL SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the RN Supervisor of the Transitional Care Unit, the Licensed Practical Nurse administers direct nursing care to patients and performs a variety of indirect patient care duties. The License Practical Nurse is responsible for all professional working policies pertaining to this section. The Licensed Practical Nurse must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit - adolescent through geriatric. The Licensed Practical Nurse must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span; possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status; interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age-specific needs; and to provide the care needed as described in the Nursing Department's policies and procedures. Type of supervision exercised: none. Jobs reporting to this position: none.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse Program required.
- A pharmacology course of at least forty-five hours must be included in the basic education curriculum or have been attended post graduation.
- Possession of a current license as a Practical Nurse issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nurse Examiners required.
- Must maintain the standards of nursing care and implement the policies and procedures of the Nursing Department and Allied Services.
- Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide individualized care appropriate to the age specific need and culture of the patient served.
Nice To Haves
- Minimum 2 years experience in a long term care setting preferred.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
