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Posted: 06-Nov-24
Location: Livingston, Tennessee
Salary: Open
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Internal Number: 526260
Under direct supervision of Registered Nurse, provides nursing care within the scope of licensure for assigned patients according to established nursing standards and hospital policies and procedures.
? Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse administers medication, performs treatments and patient care responsibilities as prescribed.
? Consults with and keeps Registered Nurse informed of activities, symptoms, reactions, and changes in the patient?s condition with regard to assigned patients.
? Provides appropriate pain management techniques and educates the patient and family regarding pain management.
? Administers medication following the five rights of medication administration within scope of practice.
? Assists with the rehabilitation and treatment of patients in accordance with the medical plan of care, updates, and revises plan of care under the supervision of Registered Nurse.
? Assists physicians with examinations, treatments and special procedures and performs services requiring technical and manual skills as directed by the Registered Nurse.
? Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and their families.
? Interacts professionally with patient/family and involves patient/family in the formation of the plan of care.
? Identifies and addresses psychosocial needs of patients and family; communicates with Social Services/Discharge Planner regarding both in-hospital and post discharge needs.
? Interprets data about the patient?s status in order to identify each patient?s age specific needs and provide care needed by the patient group.
? Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Education: Graduate of an accredited program for licensed vocational/practical nurses.
Licenses/Certification: Current state licensure as Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse.
BLS Certification required. De-escalation training is required.
Experience: Minimum of six months? prior experience in an acute care setting preferred.
