What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN-Licensed Practical Nurse Per Diem-Advanced Acute Care Medical position at Geisinger?
- Contributes data to assessments as established by scope of practice and unit standards.
- Addresses physical, psychological, social, cultural, and spiritual needs of patient and family throughout the continuum of care.
- Supports the plan of care as established in unit standards.
- Reinforces patient and family education, family needs and discharge planning throughout hospitalization with members of the interdisciplinary team as directed by the registered nurse.
- Provides direct patient care including, treatments, medications, and diagnostic studies according to policy and procedure.
- Evaluates effectiveness of nursing interventions and plan of care based upon patient response to interventions in collaboration with the registered nurse.
- Initiates collaboration with physicians, ancillary personnel, and other interdisciplinary team members and takes action to proactively resolve and facilitate patient needs.
- Participates in unit-based decision-making regarding the utilization of evidence based practice.
- Provides input to the manager for performance appraisals of care delivery team members.
- Actively participates as a team member working toward team goals of the unit and organization and is accountable for unit and system specific metrics.
- Precepts and mentors new staff and students in a professional, positive manner as assigned.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.
Qualifications:
We’re proud to offer:
- Market leading pay rates
- Up to $5 shift differentials for evening, nights and weekend shifts
- $40k in financial support to become a Registered Nurse
- MyHealth Rewards wellness program to enhance personal health
- Competitive 401k plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions starting day one of employment
- The ability to work under a Temporary Practice Permit until you take NCLEX
- Shared governance structure that empowers our nurses
- Professional opportunities for growth and advancement
- Support and mentorship from a full range of dedicated nursing leaders
- Community involvement through our Employee Resource Groups
- Employee referral incentive program
Join the Geisinger Family! Apply now! To learn more about Geisinger opportunities, please contact Nurse Recruiter, Courtney Sassaman, at cksassaman@geisinger.edu.
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