Overview:
CHI St. Alexius Health Dickinson part of CommonSpirit Heath a national nonprofit health system based in Englewood Colorado. The faith-based system operates in 18 states and includes 103 hospitals. Additional services offered within the system are: long-term care assisted and residential living communities community health services organizations home health agencies and numerous outpatient facilities.
Responsibilities:
The Licensed Practical Nurse provides nursing care to chronic and stabilized patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse; participates in each phase of the nursing process and may provide supervision to nurse aides; adheres to the performance standards established for this position. This position supports the mission, vision, and philosophy of CHI St. Alexius Health Dickinson.
* Interviews patients and records their medical history
* Obtains and documents patient vital signs; reports abnormal findings promptly
* Administers and documents administration of treatments and medications within scope of practice; may administer oral, topical, and suppository medications; administer injections, infusions, and blood transfusions; start IVs
* Verifies that patient charts are updated promptly and accurately
* Observes and records patients' conditions and reactions to medications and treatments
* Serves as a liaison between physician and patient; shares information and reinforces education and instructions provided by the care provider
* Participates in admission and discharge process
* Performs and documents comprehensive patient assessments
* Reviews and updates plan of care where applicable
Qualifications:
Required Education and Experience
* Completion of an accredited LPN program
* 1 year of experience preferred
Required Licensure and Certifications
* LPN:ND;
* BLS-CPR
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training
* Candidate must be proficient with computers and computer applications in the healthcare setting.
* Candidates must be able to communicate effectively in both written and spoken English.
* IV Certification (1 year)
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