RN/LPN - Oak Ridge Urgent Care-PRN

East Tennessee Children's Hospital•Oak Ridge, TN

About The Position

The RN/LPN assists with and performs nursing functions under the supervision of a Nursing Supervisor, within the limits of the Tennessee Nurse Practice Act and applicable nursing policies and procedures. The role provides patient care and education, conducts assessments, administers medications and supports therapeutic and diagnostic procedures within the scope of practice. It also requires accurate, timely documentation, collaboration with providers and families, and maintenance of a safe and orderly care environment.

Requirements

Associate's degree required.
Graduate of an accredited school of Practical Nursing required.
Licensed Practical Nurse license in the State of Tennessee required.
Strong assessment and critical-thinking skills.
Skills as outlined in the LPN orientation checklist.
Effective communication skills.

Nice To Haves

One year of pediatric experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct thorough patient health assessments, accurately record findings, and promptly report unusual data to a nursing supervisor or provider.
Assess patient symptoms and problems and administer nursing care in compliance with the medical and nursing plan of care.
Deliver patient care and education that considers physiological and developmental needs, family learning needs, and environmental concerns.
Administer medications by appropriate methods within the scope of practice and obtain and handle specimens according to policy.
Follow infection control guidelines and use personal protective equipment appropriately.
Assist providers with therapeutic and diagnostic procedures within the scope of practice.
Establish therapeutic relationships with patients and families and provide education on health promotion, risk-reducing behaviors, age-specific care, and safety.
Evaluate and thoroughly document patient responses to treatments and interventions.
Meet quality management expectations and complete documentation promptly, thoroughly, accurately, and in compliance with departmental guidelines.
Treat patients, families, visitors, and colleagues with dignity and respect, and interact with patients and families in a caring, professional manner that supports child- and family-centered care.
Explain procedures and medications in an understandable manner, advocate for patients, and help families develop advocacy skills while maintaining confidentiality and privacy.
Collaborate professionally with other providers involved in patient care.
Maintain a safe, clean, and orderly clinical and patient-care environment.
Maintain clinical competencies, including through return demonstrations and completion of computer-based learning modules.
Share knowledge and skills with colleagues and support professional development and lifelong learning.
Use hospital resources and work time responsibly and efficiently.
Promptly, thoroughly, and accurately record applicable patient charges and proactively stock supplies and equipment or do so as directed.
Accept other assignments and duties as necessary.