Staff LPN-Rehab Nursing

Bryan Health; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in Lincoln, Nebraska is seeking a Staff Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to play a vital role in patient care, collaborating closely with Registered Nurses and participating in interdisciplinary care planning. Ideal candidates should possess current licensure, CPR certification, and a strong commitment to patient-centered care. This role focuses on maintaining effective communication and supporting a dynamic healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Current licensure from the State of Nebraska or approved compact state.
• Evidence of certification and/or instruction for practice area as required.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to patient care planning and assessment.
• Communicates patient data to the RN for care priorities.
• Executes interventions under RN direction.

Skills

Professional communication

Patient assessment

Team collaboration

Education

Graduation from a School of Practical Nursing

Tools

Basic Life Support (CPR)

Job description

Summary

At the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Licensed Practitioners, the Staff Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) contributes to meeting patient\'s priority needs by assessing and participating in interdisciplinary care planning, providing delegated care and timely communication of the patient\'s response. The Staff LPN contributes to an efficient and effective work environment through activities including professional communication and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
• Contributes to the assessment and reassessment based on the patient\'s presenting problems/needs in accordance with Bryan Medical Center\'s procedures.
• Communicates pertinent initial and ongoing patient data to the RN for identification of nursing priorities of care and desired outcomes/goals.
• Utilizes appropriate standards of care based on the patient\'s diagnosis and age-specific needs.
• Executes therapeutic and/or supportive interventions under the direction of the RN.
• As directed by the RN, provides education for the patient and family to meet identified patient needs according to their needs, abilities, preferences and readiness to learn.
• Participates in the evaluation of the patient\'s response to and effectiveness of interventions.
• Incorporates cultural considerations into the plan/delivery of care as directed by the RN.
• Includes family or significant others in the care of the patient as appropriate.
• Documents patient care and related information according to Bryan Medical Center procedures for documentation.
• Enters patient care orders into the computer accurately and consistently according to policy and procedure.
• Provides care in conjunction with other members of the interdisciplinary team.
• Provides close observation or one-to-one care, as directed by the RN, to prevent patients from wandering or potential injury.
• Contributes to the patient\'s transition to the next level of care.
• Assumes responsibility in a shared or delegated assignment and supports team member\'s practices through timely communication.
• Serves as a role model to colleagues, students and other care providers.

Qualifications

Graduation from a School of Practical Nursing with current licensure from the State of Nebraska or approved compact state of residence as defined by the Nebraska Nurse Practice Act. Must provide evidence of certification and/or instruction for practice area as required by State or Federal standards/regulations. Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required.