Licensed Practical Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse - 92366

The compensation range listed reflects the range Northern Light Health anticipates relying on in setting the wages for the position. The range may not necessarily include all additional compensation elements available, such as differentials, incentive programs and benefits.

Northern Light CA Dean Hospital

Department:
Medical Surgical Unit

Position is located:
Greenville, ME

Work Type: PRN

Hours Per Week:
As Needed

Work Schedule:

6:30 PM to 7:00 AM

Summary:

The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for providing basic nursing attention to patients and attending to patient's healing process as a part of a larger multidisciplinary team. The incumbent is responsible for the practice of nursing according to the Rules and Regulations defined in the State of Maine Nurse Practice Act, Northern Light Health Standards of Care/Practice, policies, and procedures. The Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for the delivery of patient care to assigned patients, and for the supervision of other qualified staff to whom the Licensed Practical Nurse has delegated patient care in accordance with scope of practice and policy.

The nurse assists the Registered Nurse by collecting data that will aide in the development of a plan of care and reinforcing established education plans developed by the Registered Nurse. The nurse addresses physical, spiritual, emotional, and educational needs of the patient, and delivers the plan of care with other healthcare professionals. The incumbent performs duties and tasks in accordance with performance standards established for the job.

Responsibilities:

• Patient Safety
• Clinical Data Collection and contributions to nursing assessments
• Caring & Code of Conduct
• Critical Thinking
• Documentation
• Population Specific Competency
• Evidenced Based Practice & Research
• Leadership and Professional Conduct
• Collaboration and Teamwork
• Resource Management
• Professional Development
• Performance Improvement
• Other Duties

Other Information:

• Current licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the state of Maine
• BLS certification to be obtained prior to independently caring for patients and kept current.

Competencies and

Skills:

• Behaves with Integrity and Builds Trust
• Blood Pressure Measurement
• Cultivates Respect
• Effectively Communicates
• Exercises Sound Judgment & Decision Making
• Fosters Accountability
• IV Placement
• No previous experience required.
• Obtain Vital Signs
• Practices Compassion
• Provides Patient-Centered Care
• Utilizes Resources Effectively
• Wound Care

Credentials:

• Required Licensed Practical Nurse

Education:

• Required High School Diploma/General Educational Development (GED)

Working Conditions:

• Lifting, moving and loading 30 to 50 pounds.
• Alternate shift schedules (day, evening, nights, weekends).

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, ancestry, protected veteran status, national origin, genetic information or any other legally protected status.