Description

Collects data from patient, family or significant others and records on Initial Data Base form.Contributes to the formulation and updating of plan of care and implements plan of care under the direction of the Registered Nurse.Gives direct nursing care to assigned patients (e.g., medications, treatments, dressing changes, TPR) according to established standards.Recognizes changes in patient condition and responds appropriately, notifying charge nurse as needed.Documents pertinent information regarding patient's responses and nursing interventions in patient's medical record.Administers medication according to hospital policiesPATIENT CARE RELATED DUTIESApplies principles of infection control and safety in the performance of patient care.Communicates effectively with charge nurse and other member of the Health Care Team regarding patient's needs and/or changes in condition.Responds appropriately in crisis situation.Reports significant unit problems to the R.N.Patient care responsibilities are delivered with a knowledge of patient growth and development and are appropriate to the ages of the patients served.Understands and adheres to the Medical Center’s Code of Conduct.Familiar with the Medical Center’s Mission, Vision, and Values StatementsMaintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental, and infection control standards. Promotes adherence to the Patient’s Bill of Rights.Customer Service: respect, flexibility, knowledge, confidence, professionalism, pleasant attitude, patience, and helpfulness. All responses should be timely, professional, caring, and respectful in accordance with Customer Service performance expectations.

OTHER JOB DUTIES Orients patient and family to new environment; develops rapport with patients family and/or significant others.Orients LPNs, Nurses Aides and orderlies as required.Effectively utilizes the hospital computer system as it pertains to job responsibilities and in accordance with hospitalpolicy.Participates on unit committees and in CQI activities as assigned.Participates in patient care conferences and in staff development activities as required.Assists other personnel as needed.Performs other related duties as required.

BASIC COMPETENCIES Education/Licensure: Graduation from an accredited school of Practical Nursing or equivalent education as described by the State EducationLaw.Current NJ license as an LPN.Successful completion of Progressive Care Orientation Program required

Experience: NoneSkills: BLS requiredClinical nursing skills appropriate for an LPN.Good oral and written communication skills.Good interpersonal skills.Speaks, reads and writes English to the extent required by the position

JOB SETTING/PHYSICAL DEMANDS All patient care areas; contact with patients, visitors, staff.Frequent prolonged standing/walking.Lifts, positions, pushes, and/or transfers patients.Protective clothing worn: face shield, gloves, impermeable gown, particulate respirator.

POTENTIAL EXPOSURES (Category I, II, III) Blood I Formaldehyde IIIBody Fluid I Radiation IIIETOH III Glutaraldehyde III (depending on area of assignment)

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all possibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

• Practical Nurse