What are the responsibilities and job description for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Clinic-Wound Care position at Starr Regional Medical Center?
04122 LPN-Clinic
Essential Functions/Responsibilities:
- Under the direction of the RN/Provider, provides wound-related patient care according to Basic Life Support (BLS) and approved and hospital protocols, Policies & Procedures
- Performs hyperbaric oxygen therapy related duties, as needed, after completing the required hyperbaric training
- May assist with intake and discharge..
- Gathers patient information.
- Gathers necessary equipment and supplies for the RN or provider.
- Reports quality of care issues to Clinical Nurse Manager.
- Communicates as needed with all team members regarding therapeutic interventions, to ensure quality of care.
- Performs other duties as delegated.
- High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)
- Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program/state approved educational program
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of practice -to maintain throughout the duration of employment in the position
- Two (2) or more years’ experience as LPN/LVN, to include one (1) or more years in SNF or LTACH setting
- Wound care experience preferred
Required Education, Experience and Credentials:
- High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED)
- Graduate from an accredited practical nursing program/state approved educational program
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license in the state of practice -to maintain throughout the duration of employment in the position
- Two (2) or more years’ experience as LPN/LVN, to include one (1) or more years in SNF or LTACH setting
- Wound care experience preferred
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Demonstrated competency in BLS (Basic Life Support)
- Demonstrated organization, prioritization and time-management skills
- Basic knowledge of regulatory/accrediting requirements for healthcare organizations.
- Strong interpersonal, listening, as well as oral and written communication skills
- Customer service skills and follow-up skills
- Ability to multi-task and to work in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to work with others and in a team environment
- Problem solving skills
- Ability to stay calm in all situations
- Working knowledge of computerized nursing systems