Basic Function:

The licensed practical nurse provides nursing care under the leadership and guidance of the Registered Nurse. Care provided is appropriate to the age and respective level of growth and development of the patients served on assigned unit and in accordance with required knowledge and skills. The nursing care provided is done according to nursing diagnosis, physician's orders, the patient plan of care, standards and approved policies and procedures in the best interest of patients, visitors, physicians and Southeastern Ohio Regional Medical Center associates. In addition to the above, the LPN, having completed an approved pharmacology course and an OBN approved IV course, may administer oral, intramuscular, subcutaneous, as well as, start and maintain IV fluids and lines (as stated in Ohio State Regulations and medical center policy and procedure), rectal and topical medication to the patients on the assigned unit under the guidance of the Registered Nurse.

Supervision:

Directly reports to Nurse Director, or Registered Nurse

Minimum qualifications:

• Graduation from an accredited school of practical nursing
• Current State of Ohio licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• Graduate of an approved pharmacology course to administer oral, enteral, intramuscular, subcutaneous, rectal and topical medications. Having completed an approved pharmacology course and an OBN approved IV course, may administer oral, intramuscular, subcutaneous, as well as, start and maintain IV fluids and lines (as stated in Ohio State Regulations and medical center policy and procedure), rectal and topical medication to the patients on the assigned unit under the guidance of the registered nurse.
• Satisfactorily complete orientation training and current BLS training.
• Possess good oral and written communication skills
• Must be physically and emotionally able to perform assigned duties
• Possess comprehensive knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient, various diagnosis, and individual needs of patients served on assigned unit.
• Must be able to work as a team member and assist in gathering data, planning, and implementing plan of care
• Must have a positive professional attitude toward patients, visitors, physicians and all SEORMC associates.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, exhibit initiative and good judgment, possess a memory for details, have patience, compassion and tact as required to meet the changing demands of the position.
• Possess ability to perform basic computer skills.

Principle responsibilities:

• Assists in data collection appropriate to age and respective level of growth and development in regard to patient's physical, psychosocial, and cognitive status.
• Assists in planning a goal-directed plan of care for the patient. Assists in planning a goal-directed plan of care as implemented by team leader.
• Implements care in a knowledgeable, skillful, consistent, and continuous manner in accordance with established policies and procedures.Implements care in a knowledgeable, skillful, consistent, and timely manner and includes all and any persons entrusted in our care.
• Observe, record, and report to the Registered Nurse such information regarding patient's condition, response to treatment and the educational needs of the patient/significant other, while maintaining an open dialogue to other team members as needs arise.
• Prepares patient for treatments and examinations and assist physician as necessary.
• Assists the Registered Nurse and case manager in providing patient care that provides educational value to the patient/significant other to facilitate positive patient outcomes.