What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse position at RiverBridge Specialty Hospital?
POSITION SUMMARY: The LPN functions as a health care team member. The LPN contributes to the assessment of the health status of individuals and groups, participates in the development and modification of the plans of care, implements care strategies within the LPN scope of practice, renders safe care, participates in evaluation of responses to care interventions, delegates activities within the LPN scope of practice, and performs additional functions for which the LPN has been trained within the professional scope of practice.
QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Must hold a current state license and must maintain license renewal in accordance with the standards of the State Board of Nursing
2. Medical/surgical experience is preferred
3. Critical Care experience is recommended
4. Must be able to read, write, and speak English
5. Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) preferred
CERTIFICATIONS: BLS certification, IV certification recognized, ACLS recognized