What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN - ACUTE REHAB UNIT position at Carle?
LPN - Acute Rehab Unit
- Department : Acute Rehab Services - BMC
- Entity : Bloomington-Normal Service Area
- Job Category : Nursing
- Employment Type : PRN - As Needed
- Job ID : 44460
- Experience Required : Less than 1 year
- Education Required : Technical / Vocational degree
- Shift : Night
- Location : Bloomington-Normal, IL
- Usual Schedule : 7p-730a
- On Call Requirements : based on unit needs
- Work Location : Carle BroMenn Medical Center
- Nursing Specialty : Rehab
- Secondary Job Category : Nursing
- Weekend Requirements : 2 weekend shifts in 6weeks
- Holiday Requirements : every other
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Position Summary :
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) assumes responsibilities for the direct nursing care of assigned patients under the supervision of a registered nurse (RN) in patient care departments. Provides nursing services to patients and families in accordance with the LPN scope of practice as defined by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The LPN will be paired with an RN. LPN tasks may include oral meds, IV piggyback meds, trach care, dressing changes, documentation on assessments and care plans after the RN has completed the first assessment and initiated the care plan and working in the central telemetry room.
Qualifications :
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS College Diploma in Practical Nursing CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Illinois upon hire and SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE Demonstrates compassion and caring in dealing with others. Ability to work cooperatively and follow direction in order to meet the needs of the patient, family and department. Demonstrates clinical knowledge in providing care for patients. Must complete telemetry training and competency.
Essential Functions :
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Effective September 20, 2021, the COVID 19 vaccine is required for all new Carle Health team members. Requests for medical or religious exemption will be permitted.
