Provides patient care using the nursing process under supervision of licensed professionals or under the direction of an RN. Maintains professional accountability for assigned patients, delivers safe and effective nursing interventions, and coordinates patient care with other departments to support continuity of care.
Protects patient rights and maintains confidentiality of all patient information.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED; graduate of an accredited practical nursing program (or comparable education with successful licensure).
- Current compact LPN licensure and ability to obtain/maintain it.
- Recent bedside LPN experience.
- Preferred: Epic experience.
- Required/possible certifications: BLS for Med-Surg/Behavioral Health, IV certification, and additional certifications as needed.
Physical Demands
- Ability to stand/walk most of the time; frequent bending, stooping, lifting, and turning patients with assistance; push/pull/grip up to 50 pounds.