RN/LPN-Surgery

LPN - Cardiothoracic Surgery
The Licensed Practical Nurse assists in collecting patient information, planning, and implementing patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The position is accountable for all delegated patient care based on established standards of nursing practice and hospital policies and procedures. The LPN only performs those procedures and processes that are within the scope of practice for an LPN.
These duties and responsibilities described below represent the general tasks performed on a daily basis; other tasks may be assigned.
Patient Care Management
Collect/gather available patient data; review collected data with supervising RN
Routinely utilize the standard of care as the basis for nursing care and documentation
Document individual patient/family teaching
Implement plan for discharge upon admission and throughout the hospitalization
Consult with and keep Clinical Coordinator and Charge RN informed of unit activities, needs, and problems
Organize and prioritize work based on staff needs, patients' needs, available resources, and unit requirements
Actions demonstrate sound judgment and decision-making skills in all situations
Demonstrate efficiency in prioritizing patient needs
Safely administer medication in keeping with LPN scope and organizational and unit policy and procedure
Demonstrate consistent ability/competence in patient care areas
Actively solicit feedback from patients and visitors
Recognize limitations and seek the appropriate assistance when needed; function within the scope and practice of an LPN
Demonstrate ability to respond to emergency situations
Accurately document patient care per hospital policy
Provide a safe environment for patients and visitors
Contribute to reduction of infections and adhere to infection control guidelines
Foster spirit of teamwork within assigned area
Participate in quality improvement activities within the unit
People/Human Resource Management
Demonstrate the ability to ensure compliance with policies and procedures
Demonstrate the ability to effectively communicate the vision, mission, and goals of Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, including hospital and unit-specific dashboards
Demonstrates the ability to contribute to a healthy, collaborative, open work environment that is conducive to teamwork and encourages communication
Demonstrate the ability to follow administrative protocols
Demonstrate effective problem-solving, conflict resolution, and negotiating skills
Demonstrate constructive and effective relationships with staff, peers, and customers
Maintain positive employee relations and good employee morale
Emphasize the team approach to work
Create a culture within the department that rewards cooperation, teamwork, and collective problem-solving
Proactively deal with conflict in a timely manner
Professional Growth and Behavior
Maintain current knowledge in professional area of practice
Utilize opportunities for professional growth
Network actively with professional organizations
Promote physician relationships
Exhibit exceptional guest relation skills
Encouraged to pursue RN degree
Additional Responsibilities
Attend required hospital-wide orientations, meetings, and in-services
Demonstrate a commitment to flexible work scheduling when necessary to ensure patient care
Supervisory Responsibilities
Reports to: Nurse Manager
Supervises: Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP)
Responsibilities: Not applicable
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and Experience
Minimum Required Education: Successful completion of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing program
Experience: One (1) or more years' previous acute care experience
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
Applicant must be licensed to work as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
~ BLS Certification: within 90 days of hire

Required Licenses & Certifications
Basic Life Saving
Licensed Practical Nurse
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Chesapeake Regional Healthcare