Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical NurseUnder direct supervision of the registered nurse provides direct patient care to assigned patients.EducationKnowledge of nursing theory and practice acquired through an accredited school of nursing.ExperienceOne-year acute care experience preferredSkillsInterpersonal skills, communication (verbal and written) are required in order to instruct and comfort patients and their families and maintain effective contacts with a variety of hospital personnel and maintain appropriate/adequate documentation.Ability to perform and plan professional nursing care resolving complex patient care problems and dealing with patients and their families often during stressful situations.Licensures, CertificationsCurrent registration with the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Licensed Practical Nurse.Healthcare Provider (CPR Certification) – not required for Hospice employee.Physical RequirementsAbility to stand and walk almost constantly (up to 90% of work time) and occasionally (up to 50% of work time) lifting and positioning patients.Working ConditionsNormal patient care environment with exposure to excessive noise, dust, and temperature.Possibly exposed to adverse working conditions due to performance of patient care activities and exposure to communicable diseases.Principal Duties and Responsibilities:Assists in gathering data to assess the physical, psychological, social, spiritual needs of patients.Collaborates with the registered nurse and interdisciplinary/team members in planning for the needs of patients upon admission.Reviews the care plans and provides input into updating and revising.Supports in direct patient care to assigned patients utilizing clinical nursing skills and judgement.Provides education and reinforcement of education for patients and family, and documents outcome in the medical record.Initiates appropriate emergency measures when patient's condition dictates need.Prepares patients for tests and procedures.Administers and documents medications according to policy and procedure.Can appropriately delegate care to non-licensed personnel and report to the Registered nurse.Report to the Registered nurse with a thorough concise report on patient condition changes or evaluation of interventions.Perform other duties as assignedAll roles must demonstrate GBMC Values:RespectI will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacyListens and responds appropriately to others' needs, feelings, and capabilitiesExcellenceI will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.Meets and/or exceeds customer expectationsActively pursues learning and self-developmentPays attention to detail; follows throughAccountabilityI will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.Sets a positive, professional example for othersTakes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve themAppropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job dutiesReports to work regularly and on timeTeamworkI will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the teamAddresses and resolves conflict in a positive waySeeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutionsAcknowledges and celebrates the contribution of othersEthical BehaviorI will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgmentRespects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkersResultsI will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.Embraces change and improvement in the work environmentContinuously seeks to improve the quality of products/servicesDisplays flexibility in dealing with new situations or obstaclesAchieves results on time by focusing on priorities and manages time efficientlyPay Range$22.27 - $34.49Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.Equal Employment OpportunityGBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.