Licensed Practical Nurse Coordinator

Licensed Practical Nurse Coordinator

Saint Peter’s Healthcare System is among the few hospitals in the world to have earned its 7th consecutive Magnet® designation and its first Magnet with Distinction designation. The Magnet with Distinction designation is an elite level of this recognition, awarded to organizations that demonstrate exceptional performance in nursing practices and patient outcomes. Our team of award-winning nurses is growing, and we are looking for talented, compassionate RNs to join our team.

• Participate in data collection related to patient status and needs, as appropriate to the ages of the patients, growth and development through the life cycle (Adults, Geriatrics). Interview patients and gather identifying data and health history. Observe and report emergency information to the Physician immediately and on an ongoing basis throughout the visit. Document all pertinent information in the medical record consistently and in a clear, concise, and legible manner, in chronological order at time of occurrence.
• Provide direct patient care within scope of practice to ensure implementation of the Plan of Care. Perform all nursing interventions on assigned patients, assist other team members in providing care as needed, implement care with growth and development factors appropriate to the age of the patient (Adults, Geriatrics). Inform and instruct patient/significant others on patient’s health/illness state and Discharge Instructions. Communicate all routines and health‑related procedures performed to patient/significant others as appropriate to the ages of the patient's growth and development through the life cycle factors (Adults, Geriatrics).
  
  Document patient/significant other’s response to patient teaching and reinforce techniques/information provided by APN and providers needed for home care.
• Be knowledgeable of and initiate emergency procedures. Initiate and carry out appropriate interventions in the event of a cardiopulmonary arrest, as appropriate to the ages of the patient's growth and development through the life cycle factors (Adults, Geriatrics). Verbally demonstrate knowledge of location and use of emergency equipment and disaster plan. Check emergency equipment and controlled substance records in accordance with established policies, report faulty/missing equipment upon discovery, and replace when indicated.
  
  Maintain supplies and equipment, report all necessary information and/or unusual occurrences as per established policies and procedures, complete incident reports immediately in all required situations, and consistently notify the appropriate supervisor of unusual and/or urgent occurrences as they develop.
• Administer medications in accordance with established Saint Peter’s Healthcare System guidelines. Administer correct medications/dosage/route to identified patient. Report medication errors as soon as discovered, monitor and document adverse reactions, comply with controlled substance records, and demonstrate knowledge/purpose of medication. Document medication administration appropriately in the medical record. Administer medications considering safety and effectiveness relative to the patient’s age‑related factors (Adults, Geriatrics).
  
  Maintain patient safety, comfort and cleanliness. Identify patient and medical record accurately before administering care, ensure no misidentification errors, evaluate patient capacity to safeguard self prior to care and provide assistance as needed, and adhere to techniques outlined in Universal Precautions policy.
• Demonstrate competency in performing all procedures within scope of practice and requirements for position. Accurately take and record vital signs, weight, change dressing per established procedure, obtain and test specimens as directed, perform all procedures outlined in Clinical Procedure Manual within responsibility area, assist with all treatments/procedures requested by APN and/or physician, and seek assistance when clarification or additional training is required.
• Participate in staff development and educational activities. Demonstrate competency, knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to…