Contributes to the provision of high-quality, cost-effective healthcare as a provider of direct and indirect patient care and by effectively collaborating with other members of the health care team. The LPN contributes to the nursing process in a team relationship with the Registered Nurse.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Provides direct care to patients and families in a culturally, developmentally, and appropriate manner.

2. Consistently and thoroughly assesses patients to collect data and identify learning needs according to established standards and policies.

3. Collaborates with the health care team in developing and individualizing a plan of care for each patient.

4. Efficiently implements the patient's plan of care and demonstrates proficiency in medication administration and pain management.

5. Organizes and reprioritizes patient care activities and acts as a 1:1 sitter as needed.

6. Evaluates effectiveness of the plan of care and recommends revisions.

7. Communicates changes in patient status to the health care team.

8. Participates in QI, CPI, and risk management activities.

9. Participates in unit shared governance.

10. Participates in education and orientation of new staff.

Educational/Experience Requirements:

• Successful completion of the LPN IV Medication Course and the NLM Medication Exam. 
• HS diploma/equivalent

• Current enrollment in LPN to BSN Bridge Program
• Two years Nursing Rehab and/or Skilled Nursing experience
• Long Term Acute Care Hospital experience (LTACH)
• NRP (Nurse  Residency Program) is preferred within 1 year of employment

 RequiredLicense/Certifications:

• Adherence to credentialing requirements of Luminis Health as stated in the nursing bylaws.
• Current licensure as a practical nurse by the Maryland Board of Nursing.
• American Heart Association Healthcare Providers BLS.

Working Conditions, Equipment, Physical Demands: 

There is a reasonable expectation that employees in this position will be exposed to blood-borne pathogens.

The physical demands and work environment that have been described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.

The above job description is an overview of the functions and requirements for this position.  This document is not intended to be an exhaustive list encompassing every duty and requirement of this position; your supervisor may assign other duties as deemed necessary.