Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse
Company: Wellpath
Location: Oshkosh
Posted on: January 6, 2021
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Job Description:
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!"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.Education for Licensed Practical Nurse:* Graduation
from an accredited School of NursingExperience for Licensed
Practical Nurse:* One (1) or more years clinic experience
preferredLicenses/Certifications for Licensed Practical Nurse:*
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-
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 Practitioner's 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 Practitioner's orders and protocols: Obtains body fluid
specimens and performs EKG's 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
Keywords: Wellpath, Oshkosh , Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse, Healthcare , Oshkosh, Wisconsin
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