LPN, Continuing Care

LPN, Continuing Care

Shift: 1st
Hours: 6:30A-7P
Shift length: 12 Hours
Weekend rotation: Every Other
On call: N/A
Required certifications: MI LPN
Scrub Color: Navy Blue
MI Fingerprints and AHA BLS required.

Must have at least 1 year of LPN experience.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the RN / Mid-level Provider / Physician and in collaboration with other members of the health care team, contributes to the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of patient care.


Essential Functions

Collects and monitors assessment data and reports physiological, psychological, sociocultural and spiritual needs of patients and families in coordination with and as delineated by the RN/Mid-level Provider/Physician.
Provides direct patient care under the direction of the RN/Mid-level Provider/Physician, consistent with policies and procedures, and unit based routines.
Informs patients and families about treatments and medications being received, equipment being utilized, and other related activities as appropriate, in coordination with the RN/Mid-level Provider/Physician.
Documents care provided via computer/written patient record in a manner consistent with guidelines.
Greets and communicates with patients and families in a manner consistent with caring and respect. Communicates and collaborates with other members of the health care team in order to ensure continuity of care and coordination of service.
Cleans patient's environment/work area/equipment and communicates any equipment malfunctions to appropriate department/unit personnel.
Documents patient chargeable items according to standards.
Participates in selected quality monitoring activities under the direction of the RN / Mid-level Provider / Physician. Demonstrates a high standard of moral and ethical behavior. Recognizes appropriate and ethical behaviors and identifies resources for resolution as needed. Advocates for privacy, confidentiality, and security of patient, staff and organization data.

Qualifications
Required High School Diploma or equivalent
Required Associate's Degree Graduate of an approved nursing program
Successful completion of competency based orientation program Required
Healthcare experience Preferred
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