L.P.N. Staff I.

STATUS: Full Time
LOCATION: UMMC
DEPARTMENT: Med/Surg
SCHEDULE: Day/Evening

SUMMARY

The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing direct patient care, usually under the direction of a Registered Nurse, in accordance with established plans.

The Licensed Practical Nurse is a key member of the care delivery team. The Licensed Practical Nurse communicates the needs of the patient and the team; collaborates with the multidisciplinary team, takes direction from the RN and delegates appropriately to the other members of the team. 

QUALIFICATIONS
Graduate from an accredited School of Practical Nursing or equivalent required.

RESPONSIBILITIES
•    Participates as a member of the care delivery team, assists in the implementation of the care plan for each patient, and models exceptional teamwork to other members of the team. 
•    Assists in the delivery high quality, safe care through effective communication, exceptional collaboration and attention to the patient’s condition. 
•Conducts and documents a thorough observation of each patient’s medical status upon admission and throughout the patient’s course of treatment.
•Assists in the implementation of the patient’s treatment plan under the direction of the RN.
•Provides routine nursing services for patients as directed by the RN.
•Complies with the evaluation, treatment, and documentation guidelines of the department.
•Completes required documentation in an accurate and timely manner.
•Provides regular patient status updates to the appropriate personnel.
•Attends and participates in department/facility meetings as required.
•Acts in compliance with hospital, regulatory, and professional standards and policies.
•Maintains clinical competency by pursuing continuing education opportunities.
•Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED LICENSURE
•Current licensure in the State of New York