Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (LVN)
Company: Wellpath
Location: West Memphis
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
About this role:Our Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational
Nurse (LPN/LVN) is responsible for assisting in the delivery of
patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning,
implementation and evaluation. Under the supervision of the RN(s),
directs and guides patient teaching and activities that
commensurate with his/her education and demonstrated
competencies.Additional Details: $7,500 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE!
What you bring to the table:Education for Licensed Practical
Nurse:Graduation from an accredited School of NursingExperience for
Licensed Practical Nurse:One (1) or more years clinic experience
preferredLicenses/Certifications for Licensed Practical
Nurse:Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) within the stateCurrent CPR
certificationWhat you will do:Under supervision of a Registered
Nurse (RN), assists in the assessment of the physical,
psychological and social dimensions of patients in the Health Care
Unit and, as necessary, in the housing units.Assists in planning an
individual treatment program by using available resources in
planning care, and consults with RNs and other staff as appropriate
while applying knowledge and resources in planning care and patient
teaching.Implements individualized treatment programs as directed
by the Health Care Practitioner.Count controlled substances,
syringes, needles and sharps at the beginning of each shift with
another staff member and sign count logs.Implements clinical and
technical aspects of care in accordance with established policies,
procedures and protocols. Intervenes with proper safety techniques,
procedures and standard precautions.Responds to a code or health
emergency within standard guidelines.Implements medical plan
through administering medications in accordance with Health Care
Practitioner's orders and protocols: Administers medications
according to proper techniques and procedures including IV therapy
(when certified) and all other approved routes of administration.
Uses pharmacy knowledge and available resources to include drug
reaction and overdose in administration of medications.Implements
medical plans through obtaining diagnostic tests in accordance with
Health Care Practitioner's orders and protocols: Obtains body fluid
specimens and performs EKG's using proper techniques and
procedures. Communicates information to ancillary departments using
established referral process.Assists the Health Care Practitioner
in medical or minor surgical procedures as necessary and/or
requested to meet individual needs of patients.Implement nutrition
and therapeutic diet plan through proper techniques and procedures
as ordered by Health Care Practitioner.Documents nursing encounters
using the SOAP form of charting as required by policy and
procedure.Communicates information to nursing staff, physician,
health care unit supervisory personnel and other staff as
necessary.Respects dignity and confidentiality of patients.Attends
mandatory staff meetings and training.Must be able to obtain and
maintain security clearance.Must be able to apply principles of
critical thinking to a variety of practical and emergent situations
and accurately follow standardized procedures that may call for
deviations.Must be able to apply sound judgment beyond a specific
set of instructions and apply knowledge to different factual
situations.Must be alert at all times; pay close attention to
details.Must be able to work under stress on a regular or
continuous basis.Post orders, if applicable, per site
contract.Perform other duties as assigned.Wellpath is an
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability EmployerCompensation Range:
$22 - $24 / hour
Keywords: Wellpath, Memphis , Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) (LVN), Healthcare , West Memphis, Tennessee
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