Unit Med​/Tele Licensed Practical Nurse

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GBMC Hospital time type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
JR106058

Under direct supervision of the registered nurse provides direct patient care to assigned patients.
** Education
* * Knowledge of nursing theory and practice acquired through an accredited school of nursing.
** Experience
* * One-year acute care experience preferred
** Skills*
* · Interpersonal skills, communication (verbal and written) are required in order to instruct and comfort patients and their families and maintain effective contacts with a variety of hospital personnel and maintain appropriate/adequate documentation.
· Ability to perform and plan professional nursing care resolving complex patient care problems and dealing with patients and their families often during stressful situations.
** Licensures****, Certifications*
* · Current registration with the Maryland State Board of Examiners of Nurses as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
· Healthcare Provider (CPR Certification) – not required for Hospice employee.
** Physical Requirements*
* · Ability to stand and walk almost constantly (up to 90% of work time) and occasionally (up to 50% of work time) lifting and positioning patients.
** Working Conditions*
* · Normal patient care environment with exposure to excessive noise, dust, and temperature.
· Possibly exposed to adverse working conditions due to performance of patient care activities and exposure to communicable diseases.
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* Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

*** Assists in gathering data to assess the physical, psychological, social, spiritual needs of patients.
* Collaborates with the registered nurse and interdisciplinary/team members in planning for the needs of patients upon admission.
* Reviews the care plans and provides input into updating and revising.
* Supports in direct patient care to assigned patients utilizing clinical nursing skills and judgement.
* Provides education and reinforcement of education for patients and family, and documents outcome in the medical record.
* Initiates appropriate emergency measures when patient's condition dictates need.
* Prepares patients for tests and procedures.
* Administers and documents medications according to policy and procedure.
* Can appropriately delegate care to non-licensed personnel and report to the Registered nurse.
* Report to the Registered nurse with a thorough concise report on patient condition changes or evaluation of interventions.
* Perform other duties as assigned
** All roles must demonstrate GBMC Values:
** Respect*I will treat everyone with courtesy. I will foster a healing environment.
** Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy
* Listens and responds appropriately to others’ needs, feelings, and capabilities Excellence
* I will strive for superior performance in every aspect of my work. I will recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of others.
** Meets and/or exceeds customer expectations
* Actively pursues learning and self-development
* Pays attention to detail; follows through Accountability
* I will be professional in the way I act, look and speak. I will take ownership to solve problems.
** Sets a positive, professional example for others
* Takes ownership of problems and does what is needed to solve them
* Appropriately plans and utilizes required resources for various job duties
* Reports to work regularly and on time Teamwork
* I will be engaged and collaborative. I will keep people informed.
** Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team
* Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way
* Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions
* Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others

Ethical Behavior
* I will always act with honesty and integrity. I will protect the patient.
** Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment
* Respects the cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual needs of patients/families/coworkers Results
* I will set goals and measure outcomes that support organizational goals. I will give and accept help to achieve goals.
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