What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Specialist position at Altru Health?
Job Summary
The LPN will be responsible for performing and documenting assessments, ensuring health history and admission processes are completed, and identifying discharge planning and education needs. They will also provide patient care, perform personal cares, and communicate patient progress to the multidisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist registered nurses and other licensed practitioners in identifying patient needs and priorities of care.
- Gather, observe, record, and communicate patient responses to nursing interventions.
- Demonstrate competency and ability to carry out department-specific functions in accordance with standards of care, policies, and procedures.
