What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN (Chemical Dependency Unit) position at UPMC?
Join our compassionate team on the Chemical Dependency Unit at UPMC Chautauqua, where you'll provide focused patient care and make a meaningful impact during overnight shifts. As a full-time LPN, you'll play a vital role in supporting recovery, utilizing your skills in a collaborative and supportive environment.
Responsibilities:
- Patient Care: Provide focused nursing care and implement plans of care with holistic, patient-centered goals.
- Collaboration: Communicate with RNs and the healthcare team, seeking guidance when care exceeds scope, skill, or when patient conditions change.
- Adherence to Standards: Follow UPMC policies, LPN Practice Guidelines, and State Practice Act, including IV therapy administration.
- Documentation: Ensure comprehensive, clear documentation that promotes communication and continuity of care.
- Education & Support: Provide detailed teaching to patients and families for transitions in care; mentor new LPNs and support staff.
- Quality & Safety: Participate in initiatives to enhance patient safety, quality, and satisfaction, and identify opportunities for workplace improvement.
- Teamwork: Build strong relationships with patients, families, and colleagues to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
- Professional Development: Regularly seek feedback, pursue learning opportunities, and contribute to clinical and organizational programs.
- Cultural Competency: Demonstrate respect for diversity, hold peers accountable for healthy relationships, and balance work-life responsibilities.
- System Competencies: Uphold UPMC system-wide competencies and perform additional duties as assigned
Salary : $22 - $36
