Licensed Vocational Nurse

Description:

Assists the RN and physician in providing pre- and postoperative care to patients.

• Assists the RN and physician in providing pre- and postoperative care to the patient
• Confirms preoperative testing/medical clearance is in patient's medical chart prior to procedure
• Collaborates with RN in assessing the patient's physical and emotional status
• Implements and documents preoperative regimen of care according to policy/procedure
• Recognizes patient's need for support, answers questions appropriately, and provides for privacy and confidentiality
• Assists in the admission of patients to pre/postoperative area according to established guidelines
• Implements appropriate nursing activities to provide safe and individualized nursing care
• Evaluates effectiveness of nursing care by documenting patient's responses to interventions
• Assists in explaining the physician's postoperative instructions to patient/family
• Conveys ideas, concepts, and facts related to patient care in a logical, concise manner
• Assists with discharge activities according to policies and procedures
• Documents records and other forms accurately and according to policies and procedures
• Applies technical and specialized skills relevant to pre/postoperative nursing
• Performs nursing functions (e.g., monitors vital signs, maintains/improves respiratory function, performs catheterizations, etc.) under RN direction/supervision
• Administers prescribed medication and performs treatments according to the state's definition of LPN practice
• Observes safety measures in patient-care activities
• Prepares equipment/supplies needed for care of patients and for performing diagnostic tests
• Performs with competence in emergency situations
• Recognizes personal limitations and obtains necessary patient-care assistance from RN
• Displays knowledge of the requirements for instrument, supply, and equipment maintenance
• Cleans instruments properly after use and observes policy and procedure for proper care and handling
• Observes and reports need to replenish or revise supply inventories

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED certificate
• Completion of and certification in accredited LPN program
• LPN with active license in appropriate state
• CPR certification
• Evidence of leadership qualities
• Strong ethical and moral character references
• Language skills adequate for high-level written, interpersonal and telephone communication in American English

Preferred

• ACLS certification
• ASC experience
• Computer literacy

Job Quality Requirements

• Accuracy
• Attention to detail
• Timeliness
• Organization
• Little supervision needed to accomplish tasks
• Attendance
• Punctuality
• Ability to follow instructions
• Ability to meet deadlines

Physical/mental Requirements

• Ability to sit/stand for long periods; ability to walk
• Capability for occasional overhead and low reaching
• Physical strength for equipment needs and patient care activities
• Visual and auditory acuity for timely responsiveness and patient-care assessment activities
• Ability to move quickly in response to patient needs
• Ability to make frequent judgments and respond to routine problems
• Ability to make occasional judgments and respond to disasters or emergencies, actual events, or drills

Formal lines of promotion

Must submit CV to clinical director, administrator