LPN - Ortho Full Time

Hughston Clinic; Phenix City (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Hughston Clinic is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work under the supervision of an RN. The LPN will assess, document, and implement a plan of care within established policies and licensure requirements.

Responsibilities include timely charting, documenting patient responses, and coordinating with RNs and physicians. The role emphasizes patient safety, communication, and ongoing competency through training and evaluation.

Qualifications

• Basic education necessary for Nursing licensure.
• BLS certification required.
• Strong communication, interpersonal skills and customer service abilities.

Responsibilities

• Charting reflects that data is collected and recorded in a timely and accurate manner.
• Document patient responses to interventions and communicate to RN.
• Implement and coordinate the plan of care with RN collaboration.
• Transcribe/verify physician orders and prioritize actions.
• Round with physicians and check with physicians to determine needed assistance.
• Identify and prioritize potential problems and intervene promptly.
• Maintain competency, complete mandatory trainings, and prepare for performance evaluations.
• Assist with unit orientation and training of staff and students.

Skills

BLS

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Customer service

Education

Basic nursing licensure education

Job description

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) functions under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) and performs delegated patient care functions. The work that is performed is done under the established policies and procedures of the institution and within the educational preparation and regulatory requirements for licensure. The LPN will be expected to assess and analyze a given situation and make decisions within the limits of licensed practiced.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES

• Charting reflects that data is collected and recorded in a timely and accurate manner.
• Patient responses to interventions are documented and there is evidence of communication to RN.
• Implements and coordinates the plan of care with collaboration from RN.
• Physician orders are transcribed/or verified accurately and orders are implemented on time and are prioritized and unclear and unsafe orders are questioned.
• Makes rounds with physicians when possible and/or routinely checks with all physicians to determine assistance needed.
• As evidenced through observation, the LPN assists the RN in identifying and prioritizing potential problems before the problem becomes a crisis. Recognizes crisis events and intervenes in a timely manner.
• Demonstrates responsibility for own competency/mandatories and annual performance evaluation by maintaining all personal current personal data. Meets educational requirements for new equipment, materials, procedures and technology. Prepares for the performance evaluation conference by submitting completed skills list, education attendance documents, and self-evaluation form one month prior to due date.
• Assists with unit orientation, training, and continuing education of students and employees as appropriate. Trains and supports new people with enthusiasm and supports activities to make them feel welcomed and important

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Experience:

Preferred:

Education:

Required:

• Basic education necessary for Nursing licensure

Special Qualifications:

Required:

• BLS required.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, excellent critical thinking and customer service.