Medical Surgical License Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Performs a wide variety of patient care activities and nursing care services for patients as directed. Carries out care to patients according to nursing care policies and his/her ability as required. Accountable for the quality of care provided, according to his/her training. Performs procedures as instructed. Works in cooperation with other professional staff in their combined effort to provide good nursing care for their patients.

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing with current Iowa LPN license. Current BLS, ACLS as indicated by area of responsibility.

Consistently utilizes methods and knowledge to accurately assess all patient systems. The initial assessment must be performed by the RN. Assists the RN in identifying appropriate nursing diagnosis to develop a plan of care that is individualized, timely, and patient centered. Implements nursing actions safely and consistently with the plan of care. Assists the RN in incorporating patient and family teaching into the assessment and care of each patient. Assists the RN in evaluating outcomes of patient care and teaching. Completes accurate documentation including assessment, planning, intervention teaching, and evaluation of patient care. Acts as liaison between physicians, care team, the patient, and the family. Serves as patient advocate, as necessary. Attends all required meetings and in-services. Contacts include but are not limited to co-workers, medical staff, volunteers, patients, and public (in person and on the telephone). Other duties as necessary.

Works in a well-illuminated, climate-controlled environment. May come in contact with hazardous chemical or treatment modalities. Possibility exists of exposure to communicable diseases. Involvement in inpatient care may result in unavoidable work-related illness or injury. Work environment is comfortable, with minimal exposure to physical hazards. Moderate to loud noise environment when machines/equipment in use. Involvement in checking in/moving of supplies may result in unavoidable work-related injury. Must be constantly alert for patient/family emergency situations.