- Complete initial assessment of patient according to department Policies and Procedures and documents appropriately.
- Completes age-specific assessments: Neonate/Infant and Toddler - Accurately obtains head circumference, weight, height, vital signs; Neonate/Infant Toddler, Preschooler, School Age and Adolescent - Accurately obtains weight, height, vital signs.
- Accurately completes a developmental assessment.
- Neonate/Infant, Toddler, Preschooler - Accurately assesses immunizations are up to date.
- Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric - Accurately assesses functional, nutritional, physical/psychosocial status, educational and discharge needs.
- Reassesses patient according to department guidelines and documents appropriately.
- Applies the nursing process to each patient and implements nursing actions.
- Follows plan of care for each patient.
- Continuously monitors patient for physical and psychosocial needs and alternates plan of care of changes is needed.
- Correctly administers medications by all routes; Neonates/Infants; Toddler/Preschooler; School Age; Adolescent/Adult; and Geriatrics.
- Appropriately documents administration of medication and patient's response to medication.
- Receives physician's orders, records and assures completion.
- Assist physicians with exams, as necessary.
- Documents care provided to patients, and their reaction to that care.
- Recognizes emergency situations and responds appropriately.
- Provides patient and/or family, significant teaching as opportunities arise or as need is identified.
- Neonate/Infant - teaching done with parents/guardian.
- Toddler-teach with lay and simple, concrete verbal explanations.
- Preschool-teach with the use of role playing, toys, etc. and gives simple, concrete explanations.
- School age/Adolescent-explains care procedures using correct terminology; supplements explanation with reasons why.
- Adults explain procedures using correct terminology and the notifying patient's about their responsibilities.
- Geriatric-explains care procedures using correct terminology: adapts to physical limitations (visual or hearing changes).
- Ability to educate and relay information to patients in a clear and concise manner.
- Assess, implement, and evaluate patient education, paying particular attention to identified learner needs, barriers, and preferences.
- Develop a plan for education together with the patient by incorporating the principles of self-management, by determining priorities, and by setting goals that are reachable and realistic.
- Investigate alternative methods of patient education that are suitable for different learner needs and preferences, such as interactive Q & A, audiovisual
- Target specific groups served by the clinic the disadvantaged, the elderly, minority groups, children, teens, pregnant women, etc. and design needs-based programs for education.
- Develop, evaluate, maintain and promote the use of effective patient education materials in the clinic and the community at large.
- Develop and prepare content and a schedule of conferences and inservices to convey theory and methods of patient education to resident physician, faculty and staff.
- Organize and participates in community activities, such as health fairs, school projects, etc.
- Develop a patient education curriculum for an array of chronic diseases that have a significant nutritional component.
- Responsible for completion of all patient care assignments by end of shift while maintaining quality standards
- Develop and maintains approved policies and procedures for patient education and helps ensure compliance with all federal, state and local regulatory bodies.
- Utilize appropriate resources to accommodate age, education, cultural and communication barriers.
- Initiates multi-disciplinary referrals as needed and does not appropriate follow-up.
- Assures informed consent is obtained.
- Respects privacy of patient.
- Attends general orientation.
- Identifies unsafe conditions and intervenes in a timely manner.
- Responds to all emergency codes and drills and completes appropriate paperwork.
- Follows Standard precautions by utilizing appropriate Personal Protective
- Demonstrates knowledge of Policies and Procedures for the 7 Environment of
- Enforces environment of Care policies (smoking, hand washing, trash disposal, etc.).
- Completes all required referral paperwork.
- Gives complete report when referring patient.
- Arranges for post discharge needs (home health, DME, appointments, etc.).
- Coordinates and prioritizes patient activities across all departments.
- Appropriately delegates care duties to Medical Assistant.
- Maintains open communication with all team members.
- Maintains adaptability, supports teamwork and resolves problems.
- Reads written communication provided on unit (meeting minutes, memos).
- Follows chain of command with problems and suggestions.
- Accepts additional assignments willingly; and assists others as required to meet quality service and productivity expectations.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Graduate of an accredited LPN/LVN school of nursing. 2. Current CPR certification is required. 3. Current license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Louisiana. 4. Experience in collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare teams. 5. Experience in ambulatory care setting preferred.
- Visual acuity - always 2. Hand eye coordination - always 3. Lifting approximately 10-15 lbs., Pushing, Pulling - sometimes 4. Stooping, Bending, and Standing - sometimes 5. Walking- frequent; short distances
- Indoor, environmentally controlled 2. Exposure to disease or infections 3. No vibrations 4. Exposure to artificial and/or natural light 5. Exposure to outdoor weather elements
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Description
Job Description
Job DescriptionA. POSITION SUMMARY
LPN renders safe nursing care to patients. The LPN administers medications, performs venipuncture, and performs related duties.
B. POSITION DUTIES
Care Plans:
(1) Safety and Security; (2) Hazardous Material and Waste; (3) Fire Safety; (4) Medical Equipment; (5) Utilities; (6) Other Physical Environment; and (7) Emergency Management.
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