Licensed Practical Nurse - Internal Agreement/South 1

St. Mary's Medical Center - Huntington, WV; Point Pleasant (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary's Medical Center - Huntington, WV is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) on a temporary internal agreement. The role includes rendering patient care under supervision, documenting according to policies, and observing any patient concerns.

The ideal candidate will ensure patient privacy, assist with unit cleanliness, and support new employee orientation. Collaboration with the team and participation in quality improvement activities are essential responsibilities in this position.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under supervision.
• Document care as per hospital policies.
• Observe and report patient concerns to nurses.
• Transport patients and supplies as required.
• Ensure patient privacy and individual care.
• Assist in the orientation of new employees.
• Maintain unit cleanliness and perform assigned duties.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.

Job description

Rivers Health is seeking an LPN on a temporary internal agreement.

Responsibilities

• Renders patient care and a variety of procedures under supervision of a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.
• Delivers and documents care according to hospital policies, procedures and philosophies.
• Follows strict aseptic technique at all times, using sterile technique when indicated.
• Observes and reports all patient concerns and changes in condition to a Nurse immediately.
• Safely transports patients, supplies, and specimens.
• Respects patient privacy rights and the values of individual patients, and provides care accordingly.
• Assists with orientation of new employees.
• Completes all annual competencies.
• Assists with unit cleanliness.
• Performs other duties that may be assigned.
• Complies with Corporate Policies, Procedures, and Personnel Employee Handbook.
• Must be able to cross-train to other units.
• Demonstrates excellence in customer service skills.
• Fosters an atmosphere of teamwork and collaboration and participates in unit meetings.
• Participates in quality improvement activities, including serving on quality improvement teams.