What are the responsibilities and job description for the Behavioral Health LPN RN (PRN) position at Memorial Hospital and Health Care?
Job Summary
- The Licensed Practical Nurse functions under the direct supervision of the Department Director or Registered Nurse. Responsible for giving direct and indirect patient care within the area of assignment pursuant to established standards of nursing care of Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center. Demonstrates knowledge of developmental needs of patient population specific to that department. (Patient population is defined in each department's Scope of Practice.)
Qualifications
- Education:
- Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing preferred.
- License:
- Current Indiana licensure.
- Training:
- Individualized preceptor training four to eight weeks. May be more or less at discretion of Director. Successful completion of orientation skills checklist. IV therapy course recommended. Healthcare Provider CPR course is required within three months of hire.
- Experience:
- None required. Previous experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse in a health care facility preferred.
- Job Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Must have comprehensive knowledge of general nursing theory and practice with more advanced skills as experience permits. Familiarity with organization, functions, policies and procedures of Hospital as they relate to Patient Services. Completion of basic skills checklist within 60 days.
Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and complications of adult medical, surgical, and orthopedic patients. Sensitive to the age specific needs of the geriatric patient. Knowledge of resources to enable the geriatric patient maximum independence and lifestyle. Provides patient and family education of disease processes, modalities of treatments, and other needs exhibited by the patient and family members. Competency validation is completed by the Department Director or designee on an individual basis according to previous experience and abilities, but not to exceed six months from orientation completion. Provides education for the patient addressing the educational needs that have been identified.
- Must have comprehensive knowledge of general nursing theory and practice with more advanced skills as experience permits. Familiarity with organization, functions, policies and procedures of Hospital as they relate to Patient Services. Completion of basic skills checklist within 60 days.
Performance Requirements
- Responsibility:
- Accurately collects data, assists in planning, and implements patient care. Documents and maintains accurate and complete nursing records. Assists with implementation of physician orders. Assists in teaching patients and providing staff education. Maintains a safe and clean environment. Maintains supplies in a cost-effective manner. Maintains patient safety and comfort; infection control and prevention guidelines.
- Physical Demands:
- On feet for major portion of the day. Much pulling, pushing, and lifting required. Visual, auditory, and speech acuity essential to giving nursing care and evaluating patient needs. Works in nursing department and patient rooms which are well lighted, heated, and ventilated with some exposure to disagreeable conditions. May come in contact with hazardous health conditions; however, if proper procedure is followed no harm should come to employee.
- Special Demands:
- Reflects the mission and core values of Memorial Hospital and Health Care Center in action and attitude. Nurses are encouraged to be actively involved in the community as leaders in health and wellness promotion and injury and disease prevention. Nursing practice reflects the American Nurses Association Code of Ethics. Willingness to work with realization that errors and incompetence may have serious consequences for patients. Competency, tact, and patience are necessary when communicating with patients, families, providers, and other personnel. Utilizes initiative and judgment in adapting or devising techniques and procedures to meet the needs of the nursing department. Maintains confidentiality. May be required to work rotating shifts and a reasonable amount of overtime.
Compensation: N/A
