Licensed Practical Nurse Adult Psych PRN

Position Summary Baptist Health Citizens Hospital Talladega, AL LPN PRN (as needed basis) Shifts Vary Baptist Health Citizens Hospital is a 122-bed medical and surgical facility located in Talladega, Alabama. The hospital offers a full complement of services, including diagnostic imaging, digestive health care, orthopedics, sleep medicine and surgical services. The hospital's dedicated sleep disorder center is accredited by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, the gold standard for sleep care. Baptist Health Citizens is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes award-winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities that span Florida's east to west coasts, Central Alabama and Puerto Rico. Collectively, our team members honor our over 100-year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families and communities we serve Looking for a Nursing Team That Feels Like Family? At Baptist Health Citizens Hospital , we believe great patient care starts with a strong team culture. Our nurses work side by side in a supportive environment where leaders are present, engaged, and invested in your success every day. A Brief Overview of our LPN role Provides and documents individualized patient care to include patient evaluation, education, medication administration, IV therapy, treatments and patient safety as directed by the RN or provider. Our company is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities. Responsibilities What you will do Demonstrates competency in advanced practical nursing skills and use of patient care/unit equipment as defined by unit specific requisite skills. Communicates appropriate information regarding the patient's condition to the RN and other members of the healthcare team. Assists RN or provider during examinations and procedures. Documents patient data, and patient education according to Baptist Health and department specific guidelines. Able to perform triage functions, including assessing the patient and determining next step in care, working in collaboration as directed by the department nursing team or provider(s). Appropriately administer oral and injectable medications or immunizations per LPN scope and as directed by a provider. Maintains a safe and caring environment for both patient and family. Assumes an active role in keeping informed about changes in hospital policy, procedure, and equipment. Participates in nursing PI activities as assigned. Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patient rights, and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patient served on the assigned unit. Demonstrates the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his or her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the unit's/area's/department's policies and procedures. Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Baptist Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards. Maintains compliance with all Baptist Health policies and procedures. For Perioperative Anesthesia: Demonstrates through clinical practice a clear understanding of aseptic technique and has a working knowledge of the specialized equipment and supplies utilized by the Anesthesiologist/CRNA/SRNA. Demonstrates knowledge of standards and recommended practices for the perioperative setting. Shares own knowledge with colleagues. Provides anesthesia equipment and supplies based on identified needs in a timely, efficient, and safe manner. Assists anesthesia personnel with the administration of general, spinal, and regional anesthesia. Sets up all invasive monitoring lines as requested by anesthesia personnel. Under the direction of the Anesthesiologist/CRNA/SRNA, runs point of care labs and diagnostics, completing all required Point Of Care (P.O.C.) documentation. Works closely with anesthesia staff during anesthesia emergencies and trauma cases; assisting with preparation of the O.R. suite, line placement, handling of blood and lab draws and patient positioning for procedure. Troubleshoots and cares for all equipment used in the delivery of anesthesia care. Receives, sorts, decontaminates, and cleans reusable anesthesia equipment. Maintains and insures adequate inventory levels of anesthesia supplies in departmental service areas. Assists with positioning the patient according to operating room policy and procedure, and transport post-operatively to the PACU or unit in a safe and caring manner for the patient. Communicates appropriate information regarding the patient condition to the Anesthesiologist/CRNA/SRNA and #J-18808-Ljbffr