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Scope 1.Performs basic nursing care to patients by following established standards andprocedures. 2. May perform specific nursing care as it relates to specialty of the practice. 3. Collects patient data such as vital signs; notes how the patient looks and acts, or responds to stimuli, and reports this information accordingly. 4. Prepares and administers injections, performs routine tests, treats wounds, and changes bandages. 5. Prepares patient records and files using established medical record forms/automated systems and documentation practices. 6. Administers medications within scope of license, and monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response. 7. Participates in the implementation and evaluation of patient care based on practice guidelines, standards of care, and federal/state laws and regulations. 8. Monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response. 9. Conveys information to patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions. 10. Participates in teams to improve patient care processes and outcomes. 11. Administers medications, IV therapy, blood draws and laboratory testing and resulting. 12. Promotes mission, vision, and values of SCL Health, and abides by service behavior standards. 13. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Required Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing program required Current/valid Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse from the state licensing boardis required Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) is required If applicable
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15600 Lutheran Hospital
Licensed Practical Nurse PRN
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
$58,205 / year median in Colorado
+18% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description:
The LPN, under the direction of a registered nurse, licensed physician, or other specified health care professional, participates in patient care commensurate to Scope of Practice.Scope 1.Performs basic nursing care to patients by following established standards andprocedures. 2. May perform specific nursing care as it relates to specialty of the practice. 3. Collects patient data such as vital signs; notes how the patient looks and acts, or responds to stimuli, and reports this information accordingly. 4. Prepares and administers injections, performs routine tests, treats wounds, and changes bandages. 5. Prepares patient records and files using established medical record forms/automated systems and documentation practices. 6. Administers medications within scope of license, and monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response. 7. Participates in the implementation and evaluation of patient care based on practice guidelines, standards of care, and federal/state laws and regulations. 8. Monitors and documents treatment progress and patient response. 9. Conveys information to patients and families about health status, health maintenance, and management of acute and chronic conditions. 10. Participates in teams to improve patient care processes and outcomes. 11. Administers medications, IV therapy, blood draws and laboratory testing and resulting. 12. Promotes mission, vision, and values of SCL Health, and abides by service behavior standards. 13. Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Required Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing program required Current/valid Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse from the state licensing boardis required Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Care Life Support (ACLS) is required If applicable
- Must have additional specialty certifications May need IV certification Preferred One (1) year experience in a clinic or acute hospital nursing setting preferred One (1) year Specialty clinic experience preferred To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential dutysatisfactorily.
- and•Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations•and•Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy.
- and•Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients.
- and•Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment.
- and•May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.
Location:
Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital Work City:
Wheat Ridge Work State:
Colorado Scheduled Weekly Hours:
12 The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. $29.43- $45.39 We care about your well-being
- mind, body, and spirit
- which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.