Provide direct patient care as a Licensed Practical Nurse using the nursing process and following direction from an RN or other licensed practitioners authorized to prescribe medication and treatment. Maintain professional accountability for assigned patients and coordinate patient care with other departments to support safe, effective treatment.
Uphold patient rights and ensure confidentiality of all patient information.
Qualifications
- Education: High school diploma or GED; graduate of an accredited practical nursing program (or equivalent consideration) and able to obtain/maintain required licensure.
- Licensure: Current LPN license in the state where duties are performed; meet all State Board of Nursing requirements.
- Experience: Recent bedside LPN experience (minimum of one year) for Med Surg.
- Preferred: Epic experience.
- Certifications: BLS for Med Surg; IV certification required.
- Physical demands: Ability to stand/walk most of the time; frequent bending/stooping; lift/turn patients with assistance; push/pull/grip up to 50 pounds.