LPN - 2E: Med Surg/ Ortho (NIGHTS)

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Chesapeake Regional Healthcare in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to assist in collecting patient information, planning and implementing care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The LPN ensures care delivery aligns with hospital standards and scope of practice.

Responsibilities include data collection, care documentation, medication administration within policy, patient education, and contributing to quality improvement and infection control.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing program.
• Virginia LPN license is required to work in Virginia.
• BLS Certification within 90 days of hire.
• 1+ year acute care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collect and review patient data with supervising RN.
• Document patient care and education per policy.
• Administer medications within LPN scope and hospital policy.
• Coordinate discharge planning and patient care plans.
• Communicate with Clinical Coordinator and Charge RN as needed.
• Support infection control and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation

Teamwork

Emergency response

Education

LPN license (Virginia)

Job description

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse assists in collecting patient information, planning, and implementing patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The position is accountable for all delegated patient care based on established standards of nursing practice and hospital policies and procedures. The LPN only performs those procedures and processes that are within the scope of practice for an LPN.

Job Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse assists in collecting patient information, planning, and implementing patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The position is accountable for all delegated patient care based on established standards of nursing practice and hospital policies and procedures. The LPN only performs those procedures and processes that are within the scope of practice for an LPN.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Collect/gather available patient data; review collected data with supervising RN
• Routinely utilize the standard of care as the basis for nursing care and documentation
• Document individual patient/family teaching
• Implement plan for discharge upon admission and throughout the hospitalization
• Consult with and keep Clinical Coordinator and Charge RN informed of unit activities, needs, and problems
• Organize and prioritize work based on staff needs, patients' needs, available resources, and unit requirements
• Actions demonstrate sound judgment and decision making skills in all situations
• Demonstrate efficiency in prioritizing patient needs
• Safely administer medication in keeping with LPN scope and organizational and unit policy and procedure.
• Demonstrate consistent ability/competence in patient care areas
• Actively solicit feedback from patients and visitors
• Recognize limitations and seek the appropriate assistance when needed; function within the scope and practice of an LPN
• Demonstrate ability to respond to emergency situations
• Accurately document patient care per hospital policy
• Provide a safe environment for patients and visitors
• Contribute to reduction of infections and adhere to infection control guidelines
• Foster spirit of teamwork within assigned area
• Participate in quality improvement activities within the unit

Education And Experience

Minimum Required Education: Successful completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing program

Preferred Education: Not applicable

Experience: One (1) or more years’ previous acute care experience preferred

Certificates, Licenses, RegistrationsApplicant must be licensed to work as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia. BLS Certification within 90 days of hire.