Licensed Practical Nurse
Company: Wellpath
Location: Crystal Lake
Posted on: July 28, 2022
Job Description:
Why Wellpath: Here at Wellpath, everything that we do is about
taking care of people - our patients, our staff and our partners.
We are committed to making a difference by providing hope and
healing to vulnerable patients in challenging clinical
environments. Our talented, compassionate team thrives in an
autonomous environment, is empowered and supported by education,
training and the resources to practice healthcare the way it is
meant to be and strives to "Always Do The Right Thing!" About this
role: Our -Licensed Practical Nurse/Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LPN/LVN) -is responsible for assisting in the delivery of patient
care through the nursing process of assessment, planning,
implementation and evaluation. Under the supervision of the RN(s),
directs and guides patient teaching and activities that
commensurate with his/her education and demonstrated competencies.
What you bring to the table: Education:
- Graduation from an accredited School of NursingExperience:
- One (1) or more years clinic experience
preferredLicenses/Certifications:
- Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or
Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse
(LVN) within the state
- Current CPR certification What you will do:
- Under supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN), assists in the
assessment of the physical, psychological and social dimensions of
patients in the Health Care Unit and, as necessary, in the housing
units.
- Assists in planning an individual treatment program by using
available resources in planning care, and consults with RNs and
other staff as appropriate while applying knowledge and resources
in planning care and patient teaching.
- Implements individualized treatment programs as directed by the
Health Care Practitioner.
- Count controlled substances, syringes, needles and sharps at
the beginning of each shift with another staff member and sign
count logs.
- Implements clinical and technical aspects of care in accordance
with established policies, procedures and protocols. Intervenes
with proper safety techniques, procedures and standard
precautions.
- Responds to a code or health emergency within standard
guidelines.
- Implements medical plan through administering medications in
accordance with Health Care Practitioners orders and protocols:
Administers medications according to proper techniques and
procedures including IV therapy (when certified) and all other
approved routes of administration. Uses pharmacy knowledge and
available resources to include drug reaction and overdose in
administration of medications.
- Implements medical plans through obtaining diagnostic tests in
accordance with Health Care Practitioners orders and protocols:
Obtains body fluid specimens and performs EKGs using proper
techniques and procedures. Communicates information to ancillary
departments using established referral process.
- Assists the Health Care Practitioner in medical or minor
surgical procedures as necessary and/or requested to meet
individual needs of patients.
- Implement nutrition and therapeutic diet plan through proper
techniques and procedures as ordered by Health Care
Practitioner.
- Documents nursing encounters using the SOAP form of charting as
required by policy and procedure.
- Communicates information to nursing staff, physician, health
care unit supervisory personnel and other staff as necessary.
- Respects dignity and confidentiality of patients.
- Attends mandatory staff meetings and training.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain security clearance.
- Must be able to apply principles of critical thinking to a
variety of practical and emergent situations and accurately follow
standardized procedures that may call for deviations.
- Must be able to apply sound judgment beyond a specific set of
instructions and apply knowledge to different factual
situations.
- Must be alert at all times; pay close attention to
details.
- Must be able to work under stress on a regular or continuous
basis.
- Post orders, if applicable, per site contract.
- Perform other duties as assigned.Wellpath is an
EOE/Minorities/Females/Vet/Disability Employer Our investment in
you:
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance plan options
- Time off & leave benefits
- 401K
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Parental benefits
- Perks and discounts
- And more available here
Keywords: Wellpath, Crystal Lake , Licensed Practical Nurse, Healthcare , Crystal Lake, Illinois
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