Licensed Practical Nurse

Graduate Practical NurseA graduate of an approved program by the State Board of Nursing, who has not completed examination for licensure is responsible for the complete nursing care of a group of patients under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The graduate nurse is responsible to the Clinical Director and accountable to the patient. Graduate Practical Nurses are given the opportunity to be paired with a nurse mentor for continued one-on-one support. This program is designed as a series of learning and clinical practice experiences to assist newly licensed nurses as they transition from the student role to clinical practitioner.Essential Job Functions:Delivers direct and indirect patient care in accordance with the Pennsylvania Practical Nurse Law, hospital policies, procedures, protocols and other professional standards of care.Observes, records and reports to the appropriate professional the symptoms, reaction and changes including general physical and mental condition of patients, and signs and symptoms which may be indicative of untoward changes; and stresses in human relationships between patients, between patients and personnel, and between patients and their families and visitors.Performs nursing functions as defined in Pennsylvania regulations, such as initiating and maintaining IV therapy.Assists with the rehabilitation of patients according to the medical care plan, being aware of and encouraging the interests and special aptitudes of patients.Assists in providing education for the provision and coordination of patient care activities that promote and maintain health, foster self-care and improve outcomes.Maintains a collaborative relationship with physicians and other health care providers to achieve desired patient outcomes and assure a continuous flow of patient care.Participates in the unit performance improvement activities designed to enhance the quality of patient care and customer service.Demonstrates leadership by utilizing the concepts inherent to the practice of the professional nurse.Assists in the department's compliance with State, TJC, OSHA and other regulatory agencies.Provides for patient safety in compliance with hospital and nursing department policies.Assumes appropriate code team role during code situations, including internal and external disasters.Other duties as assigned.Required Qualifications:Graduate of an accredited School of Practical Nursing.Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.Preferred Qualifications:Pursuing a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.Previous Healthcare Experience.License, Certification & Clearances:Current licensure to practice under a Temporary Practical Nurse Permit as a Graduate Practical Nurse in the State of Pennsylvania required.Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program required.Act 33 with renewal.Act 34 with renewal.Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal.Graduate nurse must successfully complete licensure exam within six months of graduation.Supervisory Responsibilities:This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but may serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:Incumbents will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).Travel may be expected locally between Independence Health locations.Equal Employment Opportunity:Independence Health and its affiliated companies are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is their policy to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by law. Independence Health and its affiliated companies will comply with all applicable laws and regulations.Disclaimer:This job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Moreover, duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.Work Environment:Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines.Physical Demands:When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.