What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN Dialysis position at CommonSpirit Health?
CHI Williston Health now part of CommonSpirit Health formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health have a variety of skills from clinical to project management. In our Critical Access Hospital you will be exposed to the emergency department acute care (Med/Surg) swing bed surgery outpatient treatment and so much more! CHI Williston Health provides you with the same level of care you provide for others. We care about our employees well-being and offer benefits that complement work/life balance.
The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides care of the ill and injured, and performs under the direction of the physician and professional registered nurse. The LPN applies knowledge of basic growth and development in patient care; incorporates knowledge of the nursing process and the professional standards and contributes to the evaluation of patient needs; and provides care based on the physical and psychosocial needs of the patient.
Responsibilities
- Identifying and managing a patient crisis until RN / physician assistance is available.
- Identifies practice abilities and limitations according to Scope of Practice.
- Obtains instruction, delegation and supervision by an RN
- Recognizes and performs duties which are needed even when not directly assigned.
- Administers medications accurately and safely: following five rights, monitoring adverse effects, reactions, therapeutic responses, toxicity, and incompatibilities.
- Reports occurrences/complaints, following appropriate chain of command.
- Anticipates and prevents periods of extreme workload within a shift as evidenced by good time management and organizational skills.
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience | Nursing Education for Licensed Practical Nurse from an accredited nursing program. |
Required Licensure and Certifications | Licensed Practical Nurse licensure in practicing state BLS |
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training | Preferred 6 months experience in clinical setting |
