What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse position at Kindred Healthcare Inc.?
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Job Summary
- Under direct supervision of Registered Nurse, provides nursing care within the scope of licensure for assigned patients according to established nursing standards and hospital policies and procedures.
Essential Functions
- Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse administers medication, performs treatments and patient care responsibilities as prescribed
- Consults with and keeps Registered Nurse informed of activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in the patient’s condition with regard to assigned patients
- Provides appropriate pain management techniques and educates the patient and family regarding pain management
- Administers medication following the five rights of medication administration within scope of practice
- Assists with the rehabilitation and treatment of patients in accordance with the medical plan of care, updates, and revises plan of care under the supervision of Registered Nurse
- Assists physicians with examinations, treatments and special procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills as directed by the Registered Nurse
- Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity
- Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families
- Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care
- Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Services/Discharge Planner regarding both in-hospital and post discharge needs
- Interprets data about the patient’s status in order to identify each patient’s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group
- Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations
- Knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on age of the patient and their clinical condition
- Basic computer knowledge
- Able to organized tasks, develop action plans, set priorities and function under stressful situations
- Ability to maintain a good working relationship both within the department and with other departments
- Must have good and regular attendance
- Must read, write and speak fluent English
- Approximate percent of time required to travel: 0%
- Performs other related duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education
- Graduate of an accredited program for licensed vocational/practical nurses
Licenses/Certifications
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse License
- BLS Certification required
- Intravenous Therapy and Blood Certifications preferred
- ACLS may be required in certain care areas
Experience
- Minimum six months’ prior experience in an acute care setting preferred
Job: Nursing
Primary Location: AL-Andalusia-Andalusia Health
Organization: 0301 - Andalusia Health
Shift: Night
