Licensed practical nurse i, lpn i - hammocks

Position Purpose:

Provide nursing care for selected patients under skilled nursing (RN) supervision. Assist in delivery of health care as member of team.

Position Requirements / Qualifications:

• Education/Experience: Graduate from a standard High School or GED equivalence. Graduate from an approved Licensed Practical Nurse Program. One to two years experience in acute care or ambulatory care setting desired.
• Licensure / Certification: Licensed to practice as a LPN in the State of Florida. Maintain current CPR certification from the American Heart Association.
• Skills / Ability: Bilingual skills (English/Spanish, English/Creole) desired. Must have excellent communication skills. Ability to type 25 WPM. Basic computer knowledge desired.

Position Responsibilities (This is a Non-Exempt Position)

Quality of Work

• Consistently gives accurate attention to all details.
• Communicates effectively and expresses ideas clearly; actively listens and always follows appropriate channels of communication.
• Consistently greets patients and treats patients respectfully.
• Follows standard Nursing Policies and Procedures for all care given.
• Administers all medications ordered by the provider using standardized safe guards to ensure safety and accuracy.
• Delivers health care teaching to patients at the level they can understand.
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities and compiles accurate observations for reports.
• Participates in the monitoring process that assures that all equipment and supplies are available and safe for patient care.
• Participates in tracking PAP’s, immunizations and any other preventive health measures.
• Demonstrates concern for patient flow.
• Always cross checks paperwork to ensure accuracy of medical records.
• Anticipates provider’s needs when preparing patients.
• Follows Policies and Procedures for infection control.
• Prepares areas for next day’s patient’s care to maintain patient flow.

Quantity of Work

• Produces a consistent volume of acceptable work.
• Prioritizes tasks assigned and requests help as needed to maintain productivity.
• Completes assigned tasks in a timely manner.
• Finds appropriate tasks to do in down time.
• Assists team members with other tasks to improve patient satisfaction.
• Always able to carry out providers’ orders timely and accurately to expedite patient care.
• Willing to accept other duties not ordinarily assigned to expedite patient care; team player.

Knowledge of Job

• Possesses general knowledge of the CHI System, procedures, location of all departments, treatment areas and other patient services.
• Adheres to Departmental Policies and Procedures in performing duties and assignments.
• Generally knowledgeable regarding the required work to be done.
• Demonstrates the ability to work with a diverse population.
• Understands the importance of the computer environment and is willing to learn new skills.
• Discharges patients, taking off providers’ orders for follow-up care and treatment.
• Knows the limitations of job and reports appropriately to the supervisor.
• Follows established Policies and Procedures for administering medication.

Judgement and Decision Making

• Seeks guidance and direction as necessary for the successful completion of job duties.
• Consistently combines ethical judgment with technical skill within the policies and legal guidelines of CHI.
• Follows written and verbal instructions as directed.
• Always attempts to understand co-workers needs and responds accordingly.
• Recognizes his/her role in the department and how it relates to the overall function of CHI.
• Actively participates as a team member and adds to the morale of the unit.
• Triages each patient in privacy under the guidance of the supervisor or the provider.
• Assesses and reports medical findings to the patient’s provider.
• Documents medical or any interaction with a patient.
• Completes B&E (billing and encounter) forms within the same day of intervention.
• Provides accurate and timely documentation in patient charts within the same day of intervention.

Planning and Time Utilization/Initiative

• Consistently uses available time to departmental advantage and assists where needed.
• Adapts and is flexible in order to meet changing departmental needs and priorities.
• Consistently performs as a self-starter who needs no reminders of duties and/or tasks which need to be completed.
• Reports to the supervisor any suggestions for changes in Policies or Procedures that would improve efficiency.
• Initiates new ideas and shares with team members.
• Dependable when called upon to assist in departmental needs.
• Assists with monitoring patient’s rooms to maintain OSHA guidelines, i.e. PPEs in rooms, etc.

Relations/Care

• Consistently maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition.
• Observes CHI’s Uniform Dress Code and wears identification badge at all times.
• Performs all daily functions in accordance with CHI Policies and Procedures.
• Recognizes and evaluates personal strengths and weaknesses; handles personal and professional frustration appropriately.
• Adheres to emergency procedures, fire drills, evacuation procedures and internal/external disaster plans.
• Relates and interacts well with others, regardless of sociological background.
• Handles all communications, including telephone information requests with courtesy, accuracy and respect for confidentiality; receives information and distributes messages as necessary.
• Respects the rights, privacy and property of others at all time.
• Establishes a good rapport and professional working relationship with all departmental personnel; maintains appropriate interdepartmental personnel; maintains appropriate interdepartmental communications.

Work Habits

• Reports to work on time and ready to work with minimal absenteeism.
• Never abuses or takes advantage of sick time or personal leave days.
• Provides proper notification and advance notice of absence or tardiness.
• Returns to work on time from lunch or breaks.
• Maintains current license and/or meet continuing education requirements.
• Attends in-service training when scheduled.
• Adheres to Infection Control Policies and Procedures, including Universal Precautions.
• Utilizes Personal Protective Equipment appropriately such as, but not limited to, gloves, face shields or masks and eye protection to prevent the transmission of blood borne pathogens.
• Follows department and CHI’s safety policies.
• Reports safety hazards immediately when identified.
• Provides proper notification and advance notice for absence or tardiness.
• Adheres to Confidentiality Policies and Procedures / HIPAA Regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including variable shifts if needed.