Licensed Practical Nurse - Physical Rehab - PRN

Description\n
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\nSummary:\n
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\nAssists the professional nursing staff by performing duties in caring for hospitalized patients under the direct supervision of the professional nurse.\n
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\nResponsibilities:\n

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• Reviews information on the patient record.
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• Identifies and documents physiological needs of the patient after conference with the RN.
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• Discusses psychosocial needs of the patient with the RN.
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• Reviews and revises the plan of care of assigned patients.
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• Participates in patient care and planning with the RN.
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• Plans care to be given setting priorities and delivering in an organized manner.
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• Notifies RN of any change in patient status and response to treatments.
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• Demonstrates effective knowledge and accuracy in the administration of medications.
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• Performs various Point of Care testing procedures.
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• Documents the effectiveness of nursing care given.
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• Identifies areas of weakness and formulates objectives to improve self.
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• Reports deficiencies as observed to improve nursing care.
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• Initiates appropriate charges and utilizes supplies efficiently.
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• Maintains a cooperative relationship with medical staff that promotes patient well-being.
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• Responds willingly to requests for help from coworkers.
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• Arrives on duty promptly.
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• Adheres to mealtime and break schedules.
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• Participates in problem-solving activities.
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• Incorporates patient care to assure that patients receive scheduled treatments and tests.
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• Respects policies and procedures of department/unit.
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• Maintains harmonious working relations with other departments.
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• Documents growth-producing professional efforts.
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• Attains continuing education hours to maintain licensure.
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• Performs delegated nursing procedures after instruction and certification.
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• Maintains current CPR certification and informs Nurse Manager
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Requirements:\n
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\nEducation:\n
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• Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing.
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Experience:\n
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• Six months of hospital experience required.
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• Must be able to read, speak and write English fluently.
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Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses:\n
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• Current New Mexico LPN license required.
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• BLS Certification required or must be obtained within 2 weeks of hire date. All other required certifications must be obtained within 6 months of hire date. (See Required Department Certification List detailed on the last page of this document.)
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• Must be able to pass LPN skills competency checklist applicable to area.
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• LPN IV Therapy Certification preferred.
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Work Schedule:\n
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\nMULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE\n
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Work Type: \n
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\nPer Diem As Needed