Job Description
Job Description
FT night float LPN for MS, PCU, TCU, rehab
WOOSTER COMMUNITY HOSPITAL JOB DESCRIPTION
Licensed Practical Nurse-
MAIN FUNCTION :
Provides nursing care to patients in an efficient, competent and caring manner. Works under the direction of an RN and within the Nurse Practice Act to provide care via the applicable portions of the Nursing Process. Communicates effectively with patients, support person(s) and other members of the health care team. Acts in compliance with the hospital and nursing policies and procedures. Follows WCH Nursing Philosophy and practice model which are derived from the Synergy model and appropriate Service Standards as outlined in Employee Handbook.
RESPONSIBLE TO : Department Manager, Assistant Manager, Charge Nurses, RN staff
MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS :
- Licensed in the State of Ohio
- Maintain a current AHA (American Heart Association) Healthcare Provider BLS card while in this position.LPN with one year of home care experience
- IV Certification for the following units : TCU, IRU, Float, PCU, MS
PREFERRED ATTRIBUTES :
License in the State of OhioOTHER REQUIREMENTS :
Employees in this position may be :
Exposed to blood, body fluids and / or airborne pathogens and are required to wear personal protective equipmentEmployees in this position must be able to push, pull, lift, carry, turn, crouch, and bend as necessary to complete nursing care tasksRequired to take "on call" statusReassigned to another nursing unit to provide nursing care within current job descriptionSubject to STHR (short term hour reduction) according to policyPOSITION EXPECTATIONS : All expectations detailed below are considered ADA (American Disabilities Act) Essential.
Leadership
Embraces teamwork by adhering to Nursing Practice ModelAccepts and responds to change productively, while maintaining a positive attitudeDemonstrates professional behavior and competent nursing practiceDemonstrates basic conflict resolution skillsParticipates in the implementation of the nursing process within the scope of LPN practiceCommunication
Maintains awareness of verbal / non verbal communication in interactions with staff, other departments, physicians, patients and familiesMaintains patient confidentiality in all communication interactions : written, verbal, electronic and digitalCollaborates and communicates effectively with all members of the health care teamDemonstrates basic ability to initiate and manage crucial conversationsUtilizes AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Expectations, Thank You) strategies to foster positive communicationDemonstrates acceptance of supervisory authority, guidance and instruction. Follows appropriate channels of communication.Participates in team collaboration / huddlesReports critical information to RNInteract with clinical students in a positive, productive mannerOperations
Maintains appropriate clinical skills :Administers care according to WCH / unit policy / procedure current standards of care and Ohio Nurse Practice ActUnder direction of RN, performs data collection and documentation relevant to patient's condition, needs and age, per nursing documentation guidelines. Communicates changes in patient condition to team leader / Clinical Coordinator in timely mannerReviews plan of care developed by RN Team Leader / Clinical CoordinatorUnder direction of the RN, provides age appropriate health teaching related to diagnosis, patient / family need, and medication using available teaching resourcesWork habits are consistently adjusted to accommodate multiple responsibilities and are prioritized and completed in a timely manner.Effectively utilizes time management and organizational skillsOther duties as assigned by management teamAdministers medication safely :Correctly demonstrates use of electronic MAR to document medication administrationDemonstrates knowledge of drug purpose and effectiveness as related to diagnosisFollows 6 rights of medication administration (6th is right documentation)Demonstrates appropriate / safe medication handlingReassesses and documents effectiveness of medicationParticipates, in conjunction with the RN / Clinical Coordinator (Home Health role), in huddles and patient rounds to :Evaluate the environment to assure safety & infection control standards metEvaluate the care provided according to standards and evidence based practiceEvaluate the educational plan and its implementation, assessing for gaps in careEvaluate for any additional / alternative care needs, and patient / family satisfactionEvaluate adherence to documentation of careCoordinate work to achieve maximum productivity. Able to multitask and prioritize workload.Demonstrate reasonable and rational judgment in decision makingFloat LPN (Med Surg, Inpt Rehab, PCU)
MAIN FUNCTION :
Float staff will be assigned to one unit manager for performance evaluation, but will also be responsible to management team where they are assigned each shift. Float staff are held accountable to the job description for their base units.
MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS :
1 year current hospital experience as a LPNPREFERRED ATTRIBUTES :
Ability to read and operate cardiac monitor, recognize normal / abnormal rhythms and institute appropriate interventions.Additional Position Expectations
Demonstrates basic knowledge of orthopedic procedures, treatments and equipmentDemonstrates basic knowledge and care of oncology patientsIdentifies and reports oncology emergenciesDemonstrates appropriate mother / baby couplet careDemonstrates the ability to check a fundusDemonstrates ability to do the clinical pathway for vaginal delivery and C-SectionMaintains quarterly unit specific competency in each float unitDemonstrate knowledge and use of infant security system
