LPN Full Time Days

ScionHealth; Kansas City, Northern (MO, KY); Híbrido; USD 42 000 - 54 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Kindred Hospital Northland is a 50-bed long-term acute care hospital offering extended recovery care with a six-bed high observation unit. The role works under the supervision of a Registered Nurse to provide nursing care per standards and hospital policies.

Responsibilities include medication administration, patient assessment, pain management education, and collaboration with physicians and social services to plan post-discharge care. Strong communication and attendance are essential.

Qualificações

• Graduate of an accredited LVN/LPN program.
• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse license.
• BLS Certification required.
• Minimum six months' acute care experience preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Administers medication under RN supervision.
• Keeps RN informed of patient status and changes.
• Provides pain management education to patient and family.
• Follows the five rights of medication administration.
• Assists with rehabilitation and treatment as per medical plan of care.
• Assists physicians with examinations and procedures as directed by RN.
• Treats patients and families with respect and dignity.
• Addresses psychosocial needs; coordinates with Social Services/Discharge Planner.

Conhecimentos

Medication administration

Basic computer skills

Organization

Attendance

English fluency

Formação académica

LVN/LPN program graduate

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Description

Kindred Hospital Northland is a 50-bed long-term acute care hospital, offering the same in-depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period; which includes a six-bed high observation unit for patients who need extra attention. We partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care 7 days a week so you can start your journey to wellness anytime. Located off of highway 169 and 68th Street, we are a short drive to nearby shops and restaurants.

Job Summary

Under direct supervision of Registered Nurse, provides nursing care within the scope of licensure for assigned patients according to established nursing standards and hospital policies and procedures.

Essential Functions

• Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse administers medication, performs treatments and patient care responsibilities as prescribed.
• Consults with and keeps Registered Nurse informed of activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in the patient’s condition with regard to assigned patients.
• Provides appropriate pain management techniques and educates the patient and family regarding pain management.
• Administers medication following the five rights of medication administration within scope of practice.
• Assists with the rehabilitation and treatment of patients in accordance with the medical plan of care, updates, and revises plan of care under the supervision of Registered Nurse.
• Assists physicians with examinations, treatments and special procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills as directed by the Registered Nurse.
• Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.
• Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
• Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Services/Discharge Planner regarding both in‑hospital and post discharge needs.
• Interprets data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Able to organized tasks, develop action plans, set priorities and function under stressful situations.
• Ability to maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Must read, write and speak fluent English.
• Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited program for licensed vocational/practical nurses.

Licenses/Certifications

• Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse License.
• BLS Certification required.
• Intravenous Therapy and Blood Certifications preferred.
• ACLS may be required in certain care areas

Experience

• Minimum six months’ prior experience in an acute care setting preferred.