Outpatient LPN- Mansfield Pulmonary

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities. Job Description Summary: This position provides nursing care to patients and families along the health illness continuum in diverse health care settings while collaborating with the health care team. The LPN is accountable for the practice of nursing as defined by the Ohio Board of Nursing. The LPN delegates nursing tasks to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs) using the criteria written in the Ohio Nurse Practice Act. This position serves as a resource for other associates. May communicate instructions, do minor scheduling, and inspect work. Does not hire, fire, discipline, promote, demote, transfer, or appraise, but may be consulted by higher management in these areas. This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Responsibilities And Duties: 25% Performs initial, ongoing and functional health status assessment as applicable to the population and/or individual. Collects and documents initial and ongoing subjective and objective data from patients, significant others, and communities. Reviews data obtained by other members of health care team and incorporates into assessment. Identifies and communicates assessment findings, both initial and ongoing, to appropriate people via referrals, rounds, huddles, reports and care conference, etc. Uses assessment data to identify pertinent nursing diagnoses and collaborative problems. Collaborates assessment findings with providers and members of healthcare team as appropriate. Uses scientific knowledge, Critical thinking skills, technical skills, and effective interpersonal and teaching skills to provide nursing care. 25% Based on nursing diagnoses and collaborative problems, documents planned nursing interventions to achieve outcomes appropriate to patient needs including: age, size, and development stage. Initiates and/or coordinates care plans and individualizes critical paths/medical management plans. Promotes cost effective care by minimizing fragmentation, maximizing coordination and facilitating patient/family through the health care system. Accountable for quality improvement and clinical outcomes and any other duties assigned. Carries out and documents interventions to assist patient/community to achieve expected outcomes. Uses scientific knowledge, critical thinking, technical skills, and effective interpersonal skills to provide direct patient care as needed. 20% Evaluates and documents response to nursing interventions and achievement of outcomes at appropriately determined intervals; as part of a multidisciplinary team, revises plan of care based on evaluative data. 20% Delegates tasks in accordance with specific criteria and state statutes. Reviews work performed by those to whom it is delegated. Coordinates continuity of care as indicated by patient/family/community needs and resources along health/wellness continuum in collaboration with other members of the health care team. Participates in development of self, peers and others, e.g. MAs, nursing students. Coaches other employees and provides feedback to others, as appropriate. 10% Actively participates in process improvement activities to achieve targeted measures of clinical quality, customer satisfaction, and financial performance. Acts as patient advocate. Participates and shares information from committees, research and self-development programs. Communicates and participates appropriately in staff meetings, and collaborates with providers. Manages resources including personnel, supplies and equipment to maintain a safe and efficient environment. As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties. The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time Minimum Qualifications: High School or GED (Required)CPR - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation - American Red Cross, LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse - National Council of State Boards of Nursing Additional Job Description:

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Must hold a current license from the State of Ohio. successfully completed Ohio Board of Nursing approved medication course. Basic Life support Provider Work Shift: Day Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40 Department Mansfield Pulmonary Join us!

• if your passion is to work in a caring environment
• if you believe that learning is a life-long process
• if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

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