Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Company: Petersen Health Care
Location: El Paso
Posted on: July 30, 2022
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Job Description:
Job Description The Licensed Practical Nurse is a member of the
health care team who contributes to the implementation of the
nursing process by providing care to resident in non-complex
situations and assisting in the care of resident who are extremely
ill.Responsibilities Assessments Assist in the complete ion of the
nursing admission assessment on admission or assigned residents
Utilizes the admission assessment for information in caring for
each resident as assigned Makes appropriate situation decisions
with information received from assessments Participates in the
identification of problems on assigned residents Planning Assists
in developing an interdisciplinary and nursing care plan on each
assigned admission based on nursing assessments and identification
of nursing problems. Reviews physician orders on assigned residents
prior to care Encourages participation of residents/families in
plans of care Implementation Executes procedures consistent with
interdisciplinary nursing care plans, the regulatory manual and the
Petersen Health Care Policy and Procedures Manuals that are within
the scope of the role of the LPN Provides appropriate basic
physical care to assigned residents Administers p.o., sq, IM and
topically administered medication with knowledge and understanding
Performs first aid measures in emergency situations and assists the
RN as directed Performs various nursing interventions as indicated,
i.e., dressings, treatments, tube feedings, and suctioning, etc.
Assists with admissions, transfers and discharge of residents
Maintains order in resident's rooms and other work areas Provides
for the safety and security needs of assigned residents through:
Appropriate explanations Appropriate use of restraints Maintenance
of communication devices (nurse call lights, TV, telephone, etc.),
proper equipment, utensils, transportation, total body hygiene, and
basic comfort care measures including pain control Utilizes all
techniques of infection control appropriately; hand washing,
changing dressings, giving injections, applying isolation
precautions Provides for the psycho-socials needs of residents by:
Anticipating fears, worries, changes in lifestyle Listening to and
hearing residents/family anxieties and providing forum for venting
or reducing anxieties Assists with resident education as it is
within the scope of knowledge and practice of the LPN Evaluation
Assists in reviewing plans of care of assigned residents on a
day-to-day basis Communication Skills Communicates with
residents/families in a sensitive manner Communicates pertinent
information and seeks assistance regarding resident care as needed.
Contributes in a constructive manner in staff meetings and Resident
Care Conferences Consistently communicates in a manner that
demonstrates a positive and cooperative attitude Utilizes
appropriate and professional body language Demonstrates receptively
through active listening Consistently records on concurrent basis
all observations, nursing interventions, medications and their
effects and teaching activities indicated within the role of the
LPN in the medical record and other forms as appropriate Role
Involvement Performs responsibilities under the direction of the RN
in a cooperative manner. Uses time constructively and organizes
assignments for maximum productivity Participates in the
orientation of other LPN's and nursing staff. Acts as a role model
to these personnel Attends staff meetings and in-servicing Offers
constructive suggestions to improve the system for delivery of
nursing care Requests and accepts constructive criticism regarding
own nursing judgment or actions Identifies and utilizes appropriate
lines of authority within the organizational structure. Manages
conflict and frustrations in a positive and constructive manner
Role Development Demonstrates support of the philosophy of the
nursing department by adhering to policies, procedures and
established standards of nursing practice Maintains current
knowledge in present nursing practice area, i.e. attendance of
ongoing educational programs and continuing education Demonstrates
responsibility for own standards of practice Reports to work as
scheduled and on time Adheres to facility policy regarding
absenteeism Avoids work related injuries through the application of
proper practice techniques Assumes responsibility for personal
appearance through the Petersen Health Care dress code Demonstrates
respect for residents rights by: Maintaining strict confidentiality
of resident's information Responding to their right to information
Acting as a resident advocate Providing for their privacy during
care Develops a rapport with peers and co-workers that is
conductive to effective resident care Integrates cost effective
measure into nursing practices Processes appropriate resident
charges Accepts need to float Uses supplies efficiently Is willing
to work in a team approach to accomplish unit productivity goals
Change Process Suggest areas appropriate for change in a manner
that demonstrates a positive attitude Supports the change process
in a manner that demonstrates a positive attitude Adapts to change
brought about by external and internal force in a cooperative and
mature way Required Skills Be of legal working age Be able to read
and follow written directions Be able to communicate with residents
and co-workers in English Must possess the ability to deal
tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors,
government agencies/personnel and the general public. Work overtime
as necessary Must possess a general knowledge and understanding of
state and federal laws as they pertain to long term care Graduate
from an accredited LPN program Current license in good standing in
the state in which the facility is located Must have the current
federally required vaccines or proof of a valid exemption.
Keywords: Petersen Health Care, Bloomington , Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Healthcare , El Paso, Illinois
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