Description
Summary:
Assists the professional nursing staff by performing duties in caring for hospitalized patients under the direct supervision of the professional nurse.
Responsibilities:
* Reviews information on the patient record.
* Identifies and documents physiological needs of the patient after conference with the RN.
* Discusses psychosocial needs of the patient with the RN.
* Reviews and revises the plan of care of assigned patients.
* Participates in patient care and planning with the RN.
* Plans care to be given setting priorities and delivering in an organized manner.
* Notifies RN of any change in patient status and response to treatments.
* Demonstrates effective knowledge and accuracy in the administration of medications.
* Performs various Point of Care testing procedures.
* Documents the effectiveness of nursing care given.
* Identifies areas of weakness and formulates objectives to improve self.
* Reports deficiencies as observed to improve nursing care.
* Initiates appropriate charges and utilizes supplies efficiently.
* Maintains a cooperative relationship with medical staff that promotes patient well-being.
* Responds willingly to requests for help from coworkers.
* Arrives on duty promptly.
* Adheres to mealtime and break schedules.
* Participates in problem-solving activities.
* Incorporates patient care to assure that patients receive scheduled treatments and tests.
* Respects policies and procedures of department/unit.
* Maintains harmonious working relations with other departments.
* Documents growth-producing professional efforts.
* Attains continuing education hours to maintain licensure.
* Performs delegated nursing procedures after instruction and certification.
* Maintains current CPR certification and informs Nurse Manager
Requirements:
Education:
* Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing.
Experience:
* Six months of hospital experience required.
* Must be able to read, speak and write English fluently.
Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses:
* Current New Mexico LPN license required.
* BLS Certification required or must be obtained within 2 weeks of hire date. All other required certifications must be obtained within 6 months of hire date. (See Required Department Certification List detailed on the last page of this document.)
* Must be able to pass LPN skills competency checklist applicable to area.
* LPN IV Therapy Certification preferred.
Work Schedule:
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type:
Per Diem As Needed
Summary:
Assists the professional nursing staff by performing duties in caring for hospitalized patients under the direct supervision of the professional nurse.
Responsibilities:
* Reviews information on the patient record.
* Identifies and documents physiological needs of the patient after conference with the RN.
* Discusses psychosocial needs of the patient with the RN.
* Reviews and revises the plan of care of assigned patients.
* Participates in patient care and planning with the RN.
* Plans care to be given setting priorities and delivering in an organized manner.
* Notifies RN of any change in patient status and response to treatments.
* Demonstrates effective knowledge and accuracy in the administration of medications.
* Performs various Point of Care testing procedures.
* Documents the effectiveness of nursing care given.
* Identifies areas of weakness and formulates objectives to improve self.
* Reports deficiencies as observed to improve nursing care.
* Initiates appropriate charges and utilizes supplies efficiently.
* Maintains a cooperative relationship with medical staff that promotes patient well-being.
* Responds willingly to requests for help from coworkers.
* Arrives on duty promptly.
* Adheres to mealtime and break schedules.
* Participates in problem-solving activities.
* Incorporates patient care to assure that patients receive scheduled treatments and tests.
* Respects policies and procedures of department/unit.
* Maintains harmonious working relations with other departments.
* Documents growth-producing professional efforts.
* Attains continuing education hours to maintain licensure.
* Performs delegated nursing procedures after instruction and certification.
* Maintains current CPR certification and informs Nurse Manager
Requirements:
Education:
* Graduate from an accredited school of practical nursing.
Experience:
* Six months of hospital experience required.
* Must be able to read, speak and write English fluently.
Certifications, Registrations, or Licenses:
* Current New Mexico LPN license required.
* BLS Certification required or must be obtained within 2 weeks of hire date. All other required certifications must be obtained within 6 months of hire date. (See Required Department Certification List detailed on the last page of this document.)
* Must be able to pass LPN skills competency checklist applicable to area.
* LPN IV Therapy Certification preferred.
Work Schedule:
MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE
Work Type:
Per Diem As Needed
Licensed Practical Nurse - Physical Rehab - PRN in los cerrillos at Unknown Company
- Typical pay
- $78,000–$98,800
For context, most lpns earn between $78,000–$98,800 a year according to Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data. What this particular role pays is set by the employer — check the description above.
This position is listed as full time and onsite.