LPN -CHART NURSE - ONE DAY SURGERY/PACU

St. Bernards Healthcare; Jonesboro (AR); Presencial; USD 38.000 - 52.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

St. Bernards Healthcare in Arkansas is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct and/or indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.

The role supports assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care for an assigned unit, including documenting patient conditions and treatments. Ideal candidates will have completed an approved Practical Nurse Program and hold current Arkansas licensure, with ability to work in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Formación

• Current licensure as a Practical Nurse in Arkansas.
• Experience with hospital policies, procedures, practices, and equipment.

Responsabilidades

• Under direct supervision of the registered nurse, provide direct and/or indirect patient care.
• Assist the RN in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care for an assigned group of patients.
• Document patient condition, treatments, and care given.

Conocimientos

Practical nursing skills

Patient care

Educación

LPN program or diploma

Descripción del empleo

• 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.