LPN- Full Time Night Shift

Haywood County Community Hospital; Brownsville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Haywood County Community Hospital in Brownsville, TN is seeking a licensed practical nurse for the full-time night shift. The LPN will provide nursing care, administer medications (including IV therapy), and document care in patient records under RN supervision.

Responsibilities include patient assessment, medication administration, participating in treatment procedures, and responding to medical emergencies with CPR as needed. Requires TN LPN license, BLS/ACLS, and IV push training.

Qualifications

• Completion of a vocational school LPN program and current Tennessee LPN licensure.
• BLS and ACLS certifications must be obtained and kept current.

Responsibilities

• Provides nursing care and administers medications to a designated group of patients under RN supervision.
• Administers IV therapy and prepares for tests and procedures according to hospital policy; documents care in the patient record.
• Responds to medical emergencies and initiates CPR or appropriate action.

Skills

Nursing care

Medication administration

IV therapy

Documentation

Education

LPN program completed

LPN licensure (TN)

Job description

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LPN- Full Time Night Shift

Full Time Reg Clinical Haywood County Community Hospital, Brownsville, TN, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2005

Position Duties and Responsibilities:

LPN IV candidates can apply for this position to be considered for any status or shift of interest for ER. Responsible for providing nursing care, administering medications, and documenting care in the patient's medical record for a designated group of patients under the direction of the RN. Under the general supervision of the Department Director, responsible for providing nursing care on assigned shift utilizing the nursing process and age-specific needs.

Some of the responsibilities include:

• Performs specified patient care with a high degree of skill, minimal discomfort to the patient and minimal supervision
• Administers medications, including IV therapy, to patients according to hospital policy; administers treatments, prepares for tests and surgery, and assists physicians with procedures and examinations
• Ensures the proper segregation and safe disposal of hazardous pharmaceutical waste.
• Monitors and discontinues blood and blood products. *May not initiate *
• Receives and transcribes physicians’ orders as appropriate .
• Contributes to the development, implementation, and contin uing evaluation of the patient care plan.
• Documents care in the patient’s record.
• Respond to medical emergencies, initiate CPR or appropriate action , and notifies appropriate personnel .

Facility General Responsibilities:

• Attend facility new hire orientation as scheduled by HR
• Complete Department Orientation Initial Competency within 7 days of hire date
• Complete Department Initial Skills Competency within 90 days of hire date
• Follow facility and OSHA safety rules and procedures
• Respect cultural and religious practices of patients from all backgrounds
• Follow HIPAA regulations at all times
• Be punctual and dependent for assigned shifts
• Dress within the dress code requirements of the facility
• Identifies all patients using at least two identifiers verbally (name and DOB), and by checking ID bracelet
• Follows Hospital Wide and Department Specific policies and procedures
• Must interact with physicians, guest , staff, and patients pleasantly, cooperatively, and effectively .
• Must pass drug screens, both pre-employment and throughout duration of employment.

Position Requirements: Education, Work Experience, Licensure , Certifications .

Completion of a vocational school LPN program and c urrent licensure as a n LPN as approved by the Tennessee Board of Nursing for practice in the state of Tennessee. Responsible for Continuing Education Units annually. BLS and ACLS certifications must be obtained and kept current. Special certifications may be required at the department’s discretion. Proficiency in pharmacology and documentation and the ability to demonstrate nursing skills according to current hospital and nursing policies and procedures as normally acquired through the successful completion of documentation class and skills exams. Must have a minimum of 6 months experience as a n LPN and must have attended a formal IV push medication training program prior to administering IV push medications.