What are the responsibilities and job description for the LPN - Emergency Room - Mullica Hill - PT - Nights position at Inspira Health Network?
MAJOR FUNCTION:
Under the direction of the Registered Nurse performs those patient care activities for which the/she has been prepared within the scope of the law and functions as in integral part of the nursing team. Works with the registered nurse in caring for critically ill patients; and those requiring detailed instruction, or complex treatments. These may include the following - newborn, children, adolescents, adults and geriatric patients. Self-directed in providing sub-acute care or performing routine duties.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education & Experience:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Graduation from an approved practical nursing program.
- Minimum one year of LPN experience; clinical experience preferred.
- Experience in a medical practice environment strongly preferred.
Certification/Licensure:
- Current registration with New Jersey State Board of Nursing, American Heart Association BLS required.
- American Heart Association ACLS recommended within one (1) year.
- 4 hours of stroke education required annually.
Physical Requirements: N: Never O: Occasionally (<20%) F: Frequently (20%-80%) C: Constantly (>80%)
Lifting <20lbs F Standing F Sitting F
Lifting 20-50lbs F Climbing O Kneeling O
Lifting>50lbs O Crouching O Reaching F
Carrying F Hearing C Walking F
Pushing F Talking C Vision C
Environmental Conditions:
Noise F Varied Temperatures O Cleaning Agents O
Noxious odors O Patient Exposure C Operative Equipment F
At Inspira Health, you’ll join with the area’s most dedicated and distinguished team to bring quality and compassionate care to our communities. We focus on clinical excellence, providing evidence-based care to help each patient achieve the best possible outcome. The scope and depth of our network can open many doors for your learning and career growth.
Our charitable nonprofit health care organization serves communities across southern New Jersey. The network, which traces its roots to 1899, comprises three hospitals, a comprehensive cancer center, sleep medicine, cardiac testing, digestive health and wound care, urgent care, imaging and rehabilitation, and primary and specialty physician practices in Gloucester, Cumberland, Salem and Camden counties.
Inspira is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, familial status, disability, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, nationality, sex, gender identity or expression.