Licensed Practical-Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) PRN

Madison, New Jersey

Employer: LifePoint Health
Industry: Nursing
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time
What you will do in this role:

  • Demonstrates knowledge of medications and their correct administration based on the age and clinical condition of the patient
  • Performs patient care considering needs specific to the standard of care for patient’s age; includes geriatric and general inpatient rehabilitation patients
  • Under the supervision of the R.N., assists with the assessment on all patients and reassessments as per policy. Identifies and initiates appropriate rehabilitation nursing interventions
  • Under the supervision of the R.N., performs timely and accurate QI assessments
  • Carry out the plan of care as indicated by the patient’s needs and response to treatment; evaluates overall plan daily for effectiveness; updates interdisciplinary care plan accordingly based on changes in patient’s condition and individual needs
  • Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care
  • Demonstrates ability to adequately assess and reassess pain. Utilizes appropriate pain management techniques. Educates the patient and family regarding pain management
  • Other duties as assigned


Qualifications

  • Graduate of accredited licensed practical/ vocational nurse program
  • Current state licensure as Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse
  • CPR/BCLS certification. ACLS preferred
  • IV Certified required or obtained within 6 months highly preferred
  • Minimum six months’ Medical/Surgical experience in an acute care setting preferred
  • Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
Created: 2024-06-07
Reference: 511077
Country: United States
State: New Jersey
City: Madison

About LifePoint Health

Founded in: 1999
Number of Employees: 60000

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