LPN II - PRN - Crisis Unit

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

1. High School Diploma or GED

2. Valid licensure in West Virginia as a Licensed Practical Nurse

3. Obtain certification in Basic Life Support within 30 days of hire date.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

EXPERIENCE:

1. One year of health care experience preferred

CORE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

1. Under the supervision of an RN, analyzes the patient's current health status and medical history.

2. Assists the RN in the formulation and initiation plan of care based on patient needs. Establishes priority of care based on physical, developmental, and psychological needs. Initiates nursing interventions based on relevant data collection.

3. Under the supervision and in collaboration with an RN, evaluates and documents the effectiveness of interventions and modifies the plan of care and expected outcomes as appropriate. Applies these principles while monitoring patient condition and while providing pain management and other interventions that would be appropriate.

4. Under the supervision of an RN, appropriately assesses patient/family learning needs. Provides teaching materials and properly documents when teaching has been initiated, reinforced, and completed.

5. According to physicians, orders and RN supervision, demonstrates age-appropriate medication administration while using two unique patient identifiers. Documents medication administration accurately, including its effectiveness when appropriate. Scans patient and medication barcodes in Meditech 85 % (Meditech % is JMC standard) of the time on units that use BMV as applicable.

6. Makes effective decisions to resolve clinical and interpersonal problems.

7. Uses tactful communications in sensitive and/or emotionally charged situations.

8. Follows up with supervisor regarding any reported complaints, conflicts, or concerns.

9. Promotes positive public relations with patients, staff, visitors, and physicians.

10. Remains productive when stressed.

11. Accurately describes the clinical situation and elicits input from staff on a consistent basis.

12. Shares reliable, concise, relevant information in a timely manner to staff, patient, and co-workers.

13. Uses written, verbal, and electronic communication for maximizing comprehensive information exchange.

14. Practices active and receptive listening skills to ensure productive results.

15. Attends in-services, department, and other hospital meetings.Meet department standard.

16. Accepts and uses constructive criticism to improve personnel performance. Assumes responsibility for own behaviors and actions.

17. Seeks to add to knowledge and skills and assumes responsibility for professional development.

18. Remains current and responsive to changes in healthcare delivery, standards established by professional organizations, regulatory and accrediting bodies and the needs of the organization.

19. Informs the patient of rights and responsibilities.

20. Understands and complies with inter and Intra-facility transfer guidelines.

21. Implements safety procedures for each patient in accordance with the patient's safety needs.Maintains a clean and safe environment for all.

22. Complies with Appropriate safety standards:Narcotic counts, Incident reports, Equipment failures, Crash cart checks, Medication security.

23. Identifies proper PPE for use in airborne, droplet, contact, and standard precautions.

24. Collects and transports specimens in approved containers, according to laboratory specifications. Labels all specimens correctly in the presence of the patient when appropriate.

25. Routinely follows universal precautions in all aspects of patient care, including before invasive procedures are performed.

26. Exercises proper stewardship through the appropriate use of supplies, equipment, and time.

27. Consistently documents to ensure that supplies and medications are accurately charged.

28. Willingly accepts assignments within scope of practice, skill set and level of competence.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Must meet Department of Labor'sMEDIUMduty standard (MEDIUM WORK-exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly).

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. May be exposed to virus, disease, and infection from patients and specimens in working environment.

2. May be required to travel between facilities/buildings.

3. May be exposed to traumatic situations including psychiatric crisis, physical injuries and death.

4. While performing duties of this job the employee may be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk or electrical shock, risk of radiation and infectious/blood borne diseases.This job may be fast paced.

5. This position may require unsupervised access to restricted areas that may contain medications, supplies and patient confidential information.

6. Must be flexible and work other than the normal shift when needed and able to take call.May be required to leave work early or asked to work overtime as deemed by the work load.

7. This position may require unsupervised access to restricted areas that may contain medications, supplies and patient confidential information.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

1. Able to bend, stoop, reach and be capable of normal rotation, standing and walking for an 8-10 hour shift.

2. Able to use a computer keyboard, monitor and mouse and be able to use and apply hospital software programs.

3. Able to answer telephones and transcribe messages and use patient call system.

4. Able to communicate verbally, written and electronically with healthcare personnel, families and patients.

5. Able to wear latex or vinyl gloves, with frequent changes and hand washing.

6. Must be proficient in the use of assorted equipment supplies and techniques associated with the delivery of patient care.

Additional Job Description:

occasional part time position to cover shifts as needed

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WVU Medicine is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We value diversity among our workforce and invite applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, culture, gender, sexual orientation, sexual identity, gender identity and expression, socioeconomic status, language, national origin, religious affiliation, spiritual practice, age, mental and physical ability/disability or Veteran status.