Licensed Practical Nurse LPN Job Scottsdale area,Arizona USA,Nursing

Primary City/State:
Scottsdale, Arizona

Position Summary

This position provides nursing care under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse and/or licensed physician and is accountable for the quality of nursing services delivered by self or others who are under his or her direction. The role observes, contributes to the plan of care, implements, reports, and documents patient care in accordance with department policies, standard of care, and state scope of practice.

Core

Functions

Observes, compiles, and reports the patient’s physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural and discharge planning needs. Reviews available information obtained by health care team members.

Contributes to plan of care under the direction of a registered nurse, including the discharge plan, using assessment data and input from patient, family, and health team. Considers the physical, cultural, psychosocial, spiritual, age‑specific, and educational needs of the patient in the plan of care. Plans care in collaboration with members of the multidisciplinary team, reviews the plan of care to reflect changing patient needs, and provides input for updates as needed.

Implements care based on delegated interventions identified in the care plan and medical orders, within scope of practice. Provides care based on physician orders and the nursing plan of care, in compliance with policies and procedures, standards of care, and regulatory agency requirements. May delegate and supervise the provision of care to non‑licensed personnel, in accordance with state scope of practice.

Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for whom care is provided.

Reports changes in patient condition, including signs and symptoms indicative of changes, to the registered nurse and/or physician. Observes and reports patient progress toward goals and expected outcomes and collaborates with other health care team members. Observes and reports patient’s response and the effectiveness of patient teaching.

Documents observation, implementation, and data in the patient record. Documentation reflects objective/subjective data, nursing interventions, and patient’s response to treatment. Notes physician orders accurately and in a timely manner.

May plan, organize, develop, and coordinate the completion of documentation and the input of patient assessment data as required by federal regulation. Maintains, updates, and revises required documentation according to patient changes in condition, according to federal and/or state guidelines. Effectively communicates and coordinates with members of the interdisciplinary team regarding appropriate functional/care level and transition to another level. Performs audits related to reimbursement documentation and the quality management process.

Reviews audit results and presents summary information for management utilization and review.

May coordinate the admission process including new resident evaluations. Provides verbal and written communication to residents, families, and referral sources regarding the process for admission to the center. Facilitates problem solving with residents, families, referral sources, insurance companies, and clinical staff.

Works under supervision, prioritizing data from multiple sources to provide quality care and support to the patient and family. Incumbent works in a fast‑paced, sometimes stressful environment with a strong focus on customer service. Interacts with staff at all levels throughout the facility, as well as patients, families, and physicians.

Minimum Qualifications

Must possess a current, valid LPN or LVN license in state of practice, temporary LPN or LVN license in state of practice, or compact LPN or LVN licensure for current state of practice.
BLS certification is required.
Additional certification or continuing education may be required based on area of practice.
Completion of a state‑approved IV therapy program may be required in certain facilities and/or departments, in accordance with state scope of practice, regulatory requirements, or facility/department policy.
Banner Registry and Travel positions require a minimum of one year experience in an acute care hospital setting. Experience must include working in an acute care setting within the past 12 months as an LPN or LVN in the specialty area.
Employees working for Banner Home Care AZ must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of employment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in designated clinical area is preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

EEO Statement

EEO/Disabled/Veterans|Banner Health supports a drug‑free work environment.

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