LPN Nurse Pool: Patient Care & Education Leader

Independence Health System Careers; Latrobe (Westmoreland County); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Health System in Latrobe, PA seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of an RN and according to physician orders and the care plan. The LPN supports patient and family education and collaborates with the healthcare team.

Responsibilities include accurate EMR documentation, admission data collection, and contributing to discharge planning while upholding infection control and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing.
• Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
• Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.

Responsibilities

• Delivers direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision in accordance with policies and standards.
• Assists with admission data collection and focused assessments to support the plan of care.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR).
• Provides patient/family education and participates in discharge planning as requested by the RN.
• Collaborates with physicians and the health-care team to achieve optimal patient outcomes and safety.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Education

Practical Nursing diploma (LPN)

Job description

Independence Health System in Latrobe, PA seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of an RN and according to physician orders and the care plan. The LPN supports patient and family education and collaborates with the healthcare team.

Responsibilities include accurate EMR documentation, admission data collection, and contributing to discharge planning while upholding infection control and safety standards.