Compassionate LPN: Direct Patient Care & Impact

Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC); Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 31,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC) is seeking a licensed practical nurse to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will assist in gathering data, participate in planning and updating care plans, and document care in the medical record.

Responsibilities include administering medications, preparing patients for tests, initiating emergency measures when needed, educating patients and families, and collaborating with interdisciplinary team to support

Qualifications

• Knowledge of nursing theory and practice acquired through an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Maryland LPN license or registration as required.
• CPR certification (not required for Hospice employee).

Responsibilities

• Assists in gathering data to assess the physical, psychological, social, spiritual needs of patients.
• Collaborates with the registered nurse and interdisciplinary team in planning for patient needs upon admission.
• Reviews the care plans and provides input into updating and revising.
• Supports direct patient care utilizing clinical nursing skills and judgement.
• Educates patients and families; documents outcomes in the medical record.
• Initiates emergency measures when patient's condition dictates need.
• Prepares patients for tests and procedures.
• Administers and documents medications according to policy and procedure.
• Can appropriately delegate care to non-licensed personnel and report to the RN.
• Reports to the RN with concise reports on patient condition changes or intervention outcomes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Nursing care planning

Education

Accredited nursing program

Job description

Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC) is seeking a licensed practical nurse to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse. You will assist in gathering data, participate in planning and updating care plans, and document care in the medical record.

Responsibilities include administering medications, preparing patients for tests, initiating emergency measures when needed, educating patients and families, and collaborating with interdisciplinary team to support