LPN
About The Position
Provides quality, cost-effective healthcare under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. Emphasis shall be placed on maximizing the patient's functional ability in the activities of daily living, promoting, maintaining and restoring health, preventing and minimizing the disabilities of acute and chronic illness. The Licensed Practical Nurse shall contribute to the nursing assessment by collecting, reporting and recording objective and subjective data in an accurate and timely manner. Participates in the development of the nursing plan of care. Identifies expected outcomes individualized to patient. Implements the established plan of care under the supervision of a registered nurse. Contributes to the evaluation of the responses of patients to nursing interventions. Discharges duties in a professional manner while demonstrating values of respect, dignity, integrity and compassion. Actions are consistent with hospital policies and procedures and current standards/regulations, governing nursing practice and long term care.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited course of study and clinical experience approved by the State Board of Licensure
- Current license as a Licensed Professional Nurse in the State of West Virginia or temporary permit issued by the State Board of Examiners
- Current certification in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
- Must be able to work under WV Cares Guidelines
Nice To Haves
- Medical/surgical experience preferred
Responsibilities
- Collecting, reporting and recording objective and subjective data
- Participating in the development of the nursing plan of care
- Identifying expected outcomes individualized to patient
- Implementing the established plan of care under the supervision of a registered nurse
- Contributing to the evaluation of the responses of patients to nursing interventions
- Discharging duties in a professional manner while demonstrating values of respect, dignity, integrity and compassion
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
