What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse - Oncology position at Saint Joseph Health System?
Employment Type : Full time
Shift : 12 Hour Night Shift
Description :
Why Saint Joseph Health System?
Saint Joseph Health System is a not-for-profit, multi-hospital health system located in North Central Indiana.
What we offer :
- NO mandatory overtime
- Benefits first day of employment (including : medical, dental, vision, PTO, life, STD / LTD
- Sign-On Bonus
- Retirement savings account with employer match
- Generous paid time off programs
- Employee referral incentive program
- Tuition / professional development reimbursement
- Nursing Scholarship opportunities
- State of the art equipment
- Supportive team approach
- Unlimited CEUs
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, the Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for implementing, directing, communicating, and documenting the nursing process. The Licensed Practical Nurse is a patient advocate who provides a safe environment for patients, visitors, and associates. The Registered Nurse practices in accordance with current established standards of care and the Indiana Nurse Practice Act.
JOB DUTIES
Actively demonstrates the organization’s mission and core values, and conducts oneself at all times in a manner consistent with these values. Knows and adheres to all laws and regulations pertaining to patient health, safety and medical information. Contributes to patient assessments collecting subjective and objective data. Collaborates with the RN to implement the patient plan of care. Communicates with patients, families and / or significant others, and the multidisciplinary team in the coordination and implementation of patient care. Supervises and evaluates care given by non-licensed team members. Documents nursing assessments, interventions, and evaluations of patient’s response. Identifies potential emergency situations and initiates appropriate response. Provides teaching materials to patients and family under the direction of the RN. Participates in the development and modification of the plan of care based on the patient’s response. Provides a safe environment by adhering to hospital policies and procedures for isolation techniques, use of restraints, falls prevention, blood transfusions, and safe medication administration. Attends mandatory skills validation, staff meetings, and continuing education as designated by individual department standards. Assists with orientation of new employees. Adheres to all state, federal, and local laws and standards as they relate to the ethical and legal compliance plans and policies. Performs other related duties as assigned or as workload or staffing variations require.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES
Education : Graduate of an accredited LPN program.
Licensure : LPN Indiana license. BLS certification on hire or able to attain within 60 days.
Experience : No experience required other than educational program.
Other Job Requirements :
Knowledge and skills necessary to follow a plan of care appropriate to the age of the patient.
Assigned hours within your shift, starting time, or days of work are subject to change based on departmental and / or organizational needs.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
