What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse-Acute Care Medicine-Rotating position at VCU Health?
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Acute Care Medicine Unit is an expanding Acute and Progressive Care unit specializing in providing quality care to Internal Medicine patients of a variety of medical diagnoses including renal, gastrointestinal, pulmonary, hepatology, infectious disease, endocrine, gerontology, and a specialized focus on adult patients living with cystic fibrosis. Since 2015 Acute Care Medicine has been recognized by AACN as a Beacon Gold Unit for Excellence highlighting our continuous commitment to using evidence-based information to improve patient outcomes, patient and staff satisfaction, and credibility with consumers. We achieve this through an inter-professional collaborative approach that fosters both novice and expert clinicians with a focus on self-care and professional development of the clinical nurse
The LPN job commences to integrate technical skills and theoretical knowledge to meet the needs of the patient and family. This role assists the health care team with the prevention of illness and injury, maintenance of wellness, and provision of comfort. This role also provides direction, education, and begins to assume leadership responsibilities at the unit level.
The LPN job delivers and accurately documents direct, age-specific care to a patient or group of patients based on medical orders and an integrated, multidisciplinary plan of care. This role safely administers prescribed medications, identifying incompatibilities and / or interactions."
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire :
Licensure, certification or registration varies depending on the incumbent`s employment background and transitional assignment;
LPN licensure in Virginia or eligible
Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment :
Current LPN Licensure in Virginia AHA BLS Certification or equivalent
Experience REQUIRED :
Varies based on transitional duty assignment.
Experience PREFERRED :
Experience as a LPN in either an acute care setting or as applicable to area of practice
Education / training REQUIRED :
Graduate from a Board of Nursing approved School of Practical Nursing
Education / training PREFERRED : N / A
Independent action(s) required :
Follows documented physician / licensed independent provider orders, standards, and practice guidelines such as treatments and organizes work to carry out assignment.
Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable) : N / A
Additional position requirements :
Licensed Practical Nurses work all three shifts, weekends and holidays.
Individual shift rotation and schedules will be established with your specific Nurse Manager / Practice Manager.
Schedules, including requirements of shift rotations and hours of work may be adjusted as necessary to meet unit requirements and / or as needed.
Age Specific groups served :
As appropriate based on transitional duty assignment.
Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate) :
Physical : Lifting 50-100 lbs.
Other : Exposure to potentially hazardous and infectious substances
Activities : Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive)
Mental / Sensory : Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional : Steady pace, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent, change
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