LPN -CHART NURSE - ONE DAY SURGERY/PACU

St.-Bernards-Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

St.-Bernards-Healthcare in Jonesboro, AR is seeking a Practical Nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.

You will assist with assessment, planning and evaluation of patient care for an assigned group, document conditions and treatments, and work within hospital policies and procedures. Must have approved PN program and Arkansas licensure.

Qualifications

• Must have an approved Practical Nurse Program.
• Current licensure as Practical Nurse in Arkansas.
• Knowledge of human growth and development for patient care.
• Familiarity with hospital policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision.
• Assist in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care for an assigned group.
• Document patient conditions, treatments, and care provided.

Skills

Practical nursing skills

Growth and development knowledge

Education

Practical Nurse Program

Arkansas PN licensure

Job description

Minimum Age Requirement: 18 years of age or older

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Education Required

Skill and proficiency in applying the technical skills of practical nursing. Such proficiency is acquired through completion of an approved Practical Nurse Program. Knowledge of human growth and development necessary for assessment, range of treatment and care of patients appropriate to the patient’s age as acquired through formal education course work. Current licensure or permit as a Practical Nurse in the state of Arkansas. Meets minimum standard set for pharmacy exam.

Experience

Knowledge of hospital policies\procedures, practices, techniques, and equipment as acquired through orientation.

Physical

Normal hospital environment. Exposure to biological hazards. Close eye work. Hearing of normal and soft tones. Distinguish smells. Distinguish temperatures by touch and proximity. Frequent exposure to fumes, odors and water. Lifting up to 100 lbs. Carrying up to 40 lbs. Pushing/pulling up to 350 lbs. Frequent sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping and reaching.

This is a safety sensitive position. Please see the St. Bernards Substance Abuse Policy for further information.

JOB SUMMARY

Under the direct supervision of the registered nurse, responsible for providing direct and\or indirect patient care. Incumbents are subject to overtime and callback as required by the hospital. Assists the registered nurse in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care for an assigned group of patients. Documents patient condition, treatments, and care given.