LPN - Home Health

LPN - Home Health Chesapeake Regional Medical Center - 2.9 Chesapeake, VA Job Details 7 hours ago Qualifications BLS Certification Acute care facility experience LPN Full Job Description Job Summary The Licensed Practical Nurse assists in collecting patient information, planning, and implementing patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The position is accountable for all delegated patient care based on established standards of nursing practice and hospital policies and procedures. The LPN only performs those procedures and processes that are within the scope of practice for an LPN. Duties and Responsibilities Collect/gather available patient data; review collected data with supervising RN Routinely utilize the standard of care as the basis for nursing care and documentation Document individual patient/family teaching Implement plan for discharge upon admission and throughout the hospitalization Consult with and keep Clinical Coordinator and Charge RN informed of unit activities, needs, and problems Organize and prioritize work based on staff needs, patients' needs, available resources, and unit requirements Actions demonstrate sound judgment and decision making skills in all situations Demonstrate efficiency in prioritizing patient needs Safely administer medication in keeping with LPN scope and organizational and unit policy and procedure. Demonstrate consistent ability/competence in patient care areas Actively solicit feedback from patients and visitors Recognize limitations and seek the appropriate assistance when needed; function within the scope and practice of an LPN Demonstrate ability to respond to emergency situations Accurately document patient care per hospital policy Provide a safe environment for patients and visitors Contribute to reduction of infections and adhere to infection control guidelines Foster spirit of teamwork within assigned area Participate in quality improvement activities within the unit

Education and Experience Minimum Required Education:

Successful completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing program

Preferred Education:

Not applicable

Experience:

One (1) or more years' previous LPN experience preferred Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Applicant must be licensed to work as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia. BLS Certification within 90 days of hire. Experience Required 1 year(s): Prior work experience as LPN in acute care environment Licenses & Certifications Required Basic Life Saving Licensed Practical Nurse Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.